Burrow: I will battle disease

LEEdS RHINoS great Rob Burrow has announced that he has been diagnosed with motor neurone disease. Burrow retired after winning his eighth Super League Grand Final at the end of the 2017 season. The 37-year-old father of three, now head coach of Leeds reserves, spent his entire career with the Rhinos, making 492 appearances, and won 15 caps for England and five for Great Britain. ‘I would like to thank everyone for the support I have received already since being given my diagnosis,’ said Burrow (left). ‘I know I have a big challenge in front of me but knowing I have the love and support of so many people will give me inspiration and strength. ‘I am very positive about the situation and intend to battle the condition as I still feel fit and well.’