Leeds Rhinos legend Rob Burrow has been diagnosed with motor neurone disease.
The Rhinos great, 37, confirmed the news in a statement on Leeds' website.
MND is a degenerative condition that affects the nerves in the brain and spinal cord. There is no known cure.
One of the greatest in the Super League era, Burrow made almost 500 appearanceAlready a subscriber? Log in here
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