Coronation Street to air special MND episode telling Paul's story
Coronation Street will air an episode dedicated to telling Paul Foreman's story as he approaches the end of his battle with MND.
Jul 19, 07:00
Tributes flood in for Rob Burrow following death of Leeds legend
Leeds Rhinos legend Rob Burrow CBE dies at the age of 41 following a battle with Motor Neurone Disease, sparking an outpouring of tributes from in and outside rugby.
Jun 2, 22:05
Beth Mead wins BBC Sports Personality of the Year
Arsenal Women and England Women forward Beth Mead wins the 2022 BBC Sports Personality of the Year award.
Dec 21, 20:57
Kevin Sinfield calls on the Government to invest more money in MND research
Kevin Sinfield's former Leeds Rhinos team-mate Rob Burrow was diagnosed with the life-limiting condition in December 2019.
Sep 29, 09:00
Rob Burrow to present Harry Sunderland Trophy at Grand Final
Rob Burrow, who is battling Motor Neurone Disease, won the award on two occasions, in 2007 and 2011.
Sep 24, 17:00
Rob Burrow and Stephen Darby lead calls for increased funding for MND research
Rob Burrow and Stephen Darby lead calls for increased funding for MND research.
Sep 21, 19:12
Rob Burrow hopes drug will help in his battle with Motor Neurone Disease
The 38-year-old was diagnosed with MND in December 2019 and is now confined to a wheelchair.
Sep 19, 07:35
Leeds plan Headingley statue of Rob Burrow and Kevin Sinfield embracing
The club have appealed to fans to help raise the funds needed for the project.
Aug 20, 19:35
Rob Burrow reception helped Leeds to Huddersfield victory, says Richard Agar
Former Great Britain scrum-half Rob Burrow was given a rapturous welcome.
Aug 19, 22:59
Rob Burrow appearance inspires Leeds to victory over Huddersfield
Former Great Britain scrum-half Rob Burrow was given a rapturous welcome as guest of honour on the day of the launch of his autobiography.
Aug 19, 21:57
Lockdown accelerated his decline but Rob Burrow says MND 'picked on wrong guy'
The former Leeds and Great Britain half-back sees his autobiography "Too Many Reasons to Live" published on Thursday.
Aug 19, 07:48
De Gea's drop shot and PSG's six-a-side team - Tuesday's sporting social
David de Gea may have a sporting future away from football.
Aug 17, 18:02
Kevin Sinfield completes another marathon to raise funds for Motor Neurone Disease Association
Kevin Sinfield's '7 in 7' challenge and the efforts of others inspired by it have now raised almost £3million.
Jul 7, 14:07
Kevin Sinfield marathon funds for MND research double
Kevin Sinfield raised £2.2million for the MND Association in total in support of his friend and former Leeds team-mate Rob Burrow.
May 11, 08:25
Kevin Sinfield sets out plans for next charity fundraiser
The Leeds director of rugby completed seven marathons in seven days last December.
Apr 1, 15:27
Josh Warrington relishing bout with "monster" Mauricio Lara
The Yorkshireman has big plans for the future.
Feb 12, 14:22
Craig Forsyth hits homeward stretch in row across Atlantic
The 50-year-old has hit the homeward stretch in his solo row on the gruelling Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge.
Jan 19, 15:26
Leeds captain Stevie Ward retires aged 27 due to concussions
The loose forward has called on the sport to become more proactive in how it protects players.
Jan 5, 14:17
Rob Burrow 'truly humbled' to receive an MBE
The former Rhinos player was diagnosed in 2019.
Dec 30, 23:32
Lewis Hamilton knighted while Rob Burrow is made an MBE
The 35-year-old Lewis Hamilton broke the record for most career race wins during the 2020 season.
Dec 30, 23:32
Kevin Sinfield insists more research needed into rugby link with dementia
A study found footballers were at four-fold increased risk of dying from motor neurone disease compared to the general population.
Dec 21, 22:50
Kevin Sinfield begins seven-day marathon challenge for Rob Burrow
The Leeds director of rugby is already well past his fundraising target of £77,777.
Dec 1, 14:16
Rob Burrow and family celebrate at home as Leeds win Challenge Cup
The 38-year-old was diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease in December.
Oct 19, 09:05
Luke Gale believes Leeds Rhinos Cup triumph can be catalyst for future success
The England scrum-half kicked a drop goal five minutes from the end to secure a thrilling 17-16 victory over Salford.
Oct 18, 10:31
Leeds Rhinos claim dramatic Challenge Cup final win over Salford Red Devils
Luke Gale kicked them to Wembley glory.
Oct 17, 17:18
Challenge Cup final: Leeds Rhinos legend Rob Burrow given guest honour
Former scrum-half is battling illness.
Oct 16, 14:16
Former Leeds scrum-half Rob Burrow turns down Challenge Cup final invitation
Leeds and the RFL the hoped to involve Rob Burrow in some capacity but he has decided to watch the action unfold from the comfort of his own home.
Oct 9, 11:38
Rob Burrow in line to lead Leeds Rhinos out at Wembley
Leeds beat Wigan on Saturday to reach the Coral Challenge Cup final.
Oct 4, 10:07
Rob Burrow staying "positive" during battle with motor neurone disease
Former Leeds Rhino was diagnosed last year.
Sep 11, 11:54
Richard Agar describes Wigan as "class act" following Rob Burrow gesture
The Warriors players will wear shirts embroidered with words to describe the former Great Britain player.
Aug 14, 13:48
Kevin Sinfield completes solo marathon challenge in support of Rob Burrow
The Oldham-born former Rhinos captain planned his own route to raise awareness.
Mar 22, 13:09
Josh Warrington asks 'inspirational' Rob Burrow to play part in next bout
The former rugby league star revealed in December that he has motor neurone disease.
Feb 13, 16:42
Record-breaking Aguero, Liverpool march on: The weekend in pictures
Sergio Aguero broke a number of Premier League records, while there were emotional scenes at Headingley.
Jan 13, 06:08
Rob Burrow overwhelmed by support after revealing motor neurone disease diagnosis
The 37-year-old says it will be "extra special" running out at Headingley on Sunday with his three children in attendance.
Jan 8, 14:49
Leeds legend Rob Burrow announces Motor Neurone Disease diagnosis
Burrow retired after winning his eighth Super League Grand Final at the end of the 2017 season.
Dec 19, 13:05
North Queensland Cowboys ease past Leeds Rhinos in World Club Challenge
A dominant second-half showing proves enough for North Queensland Cowboys to secure a 38-4 victory over Leeds Rhinos in the World Club Challenge at Headingley.
Feb 21, 22:37
Leeds Rhinos begin Super League title defence with defeat
Treble-winners Leeds Rhinos get their Super League title defence off to a losing start with a 12-10 defeat at the hands of the Warrington Wolves.
Feb 4, 22:02
Leeds Rhinos battle past Hull FC
Ryan Hall scores two second-half tries to help Leeds Rhinos to a 36-22 win over Hull FC in the Super League Super 8s.
Aug 21, 21:49
Leeds Rhinos run riot against Warrington Wolves
Leeds Rhinos score eight tries as they crush Warrington Wolves 49-10 in their first Super 8s match in the Super League.
Aug 7, 21:55
Salford Red Devils' Adrian Morley: 'Leeds Rhinos defeat embarrassing'
Veteran Salford Red Devils prop Adrian Morley admits that his side's performance in the 70-6 defeat to Leeds Rhinos was "embarrassing" and "disgraceful".
Jul 22, 17:01
