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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Karl Matchett

Rob Burrow Living with MND: Fans react to ‘heartbreaking and inspiring’ documentary on former rugby star

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Sports fans and well-wishers have taken to social media to express grief and support for former Leeds Rhinos and England star Rob Burrow, following a BBC documentary showing him coping with the effects of Motor Neurone Disease (MND).

Speaking with the aid of a computer screen connected through an eye-controlled keyboard, Burrow responded to his family, his medical aides and detailed his feelings about day-to-day life with wife Lindsey.

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