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Kevin Sinfield won't give up in the fight against MND. (Photo: Simon Marper/PA Wire)

Sinfield repeats call for MND urgency as he prepares for latest epic challenge

File photo dated 14-05-2023 of Kevin Sinfield (left), who will again push his body to the limit in support of friend Rob Burrow (right), as he plans to run seven ultra-marathons in seven different cities across seven successive days. Picture: Danny Lawson/PA Wire.

Leeds Building Society donating £20,000 to Kevin Sinfield's new fundraiser

Kevin Sinfield (r) with Rob Burrow after completing his Extra Mile Challenge of 101 miles in under 24hrs. Picture by Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com

Sir Kev to take on his 'toughest challenge ever' to raise more money for MND

Rob Burrow, left, and Kevin Sinfield, right, have captured the hearts of the nation. (Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com)

Rhinos legend Sinfield to channel inner Rocky in latest epic challenge for MND

The’ 7 in 7 in 7’ challenge will see Kevin Sinfield and his team run an ultra-marathon every day for a week, in seven cities around Great Britain and Ireland. Each run will be a marathon, plus an extra mile to signify how far people can go to help friends in tough times.

Rugby legend Kevin Sinfield reveals epic 7 challenge for Rob Burrow

Lindsey and Rob Burrow.

Rob Burrow 'won't give in' to MND despite being hospitalised with pneumonia

Kevin Sinfield, with Rob Burrow (left), is interviewed at Headingley Stadum after completing the Extra Mile Challenge from Leicester to Leeds. (Photo credit: Zac Goodwin/PA Wire.)

Books inspired by Rob Burrow and Kevin Sinfield's friendship to be released

The Burrow family stole the show at Headingley. (Photo: Bruce Rollinson)

'Fitting performance' - Burrow family inspired Rhinos, says Rohan Smith

Kevin Sinfield kisses Rob Burrow as he carries him across the finish line of the 2023 Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon. (Photo: Danny Lawson)

Watch moment Sinfield carries Burrow over finish line at Leeds Marathon

Kevin Sinfield and Rob Burrow get ready to set off.

First marathon pictures as Rob Burrow and Kevin Sinfield cross the start line

Ash Handley, left, and Jarrod O'Connor model the special Magic Weekend kit. (Photo: Leeds Rhinos)

Leeds Rhinos to honour Doddie Weir with tribute kit

Lindsey Burrow, wife of Rob Burrow, at their home in Pontefract. Picture: Steve Riding.

'Am I doing them justice?': Lindsey Burrow on becoming a public campaigner

Professor Dame Pamela Shaw with the late Queen, who opened the Sheffield Institute for Translational Neuroscience (SITraN) in November 2010.

The neurologist who made motor neurone disease treatment her life's work

Watch Kevin Sinfield: Going the Extra Mile on BBC Two and BBC iPlayer on Friday, 3 February at 7pm.
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Kevin Sinfield OBE's incredible journey to support Rob Burrow in new documentary

Kevin Sinfield recently ran seven ultra marathons in a week, raising £2.7m for MND charities. PIC: Frank Reid

Rob Burrow and Kevin Sinfield fully deserving of freedom of Leeds - The YP says

Professor Stephen Hawking in his office at the University of Cambridge © Sarah Lee.jpg

Incredible objects from Stephen Hawking's office to go on display in Bradford

Kevin Sinfield holds his BBC Special Award alongside Rob Burrow during the BBC Sports Personality of the Year Awards 2022 held at MediaCityUK, Salford. Picture: David Davies/PA Wire.

Rob Burrow helped Kevin Sinfield find new challenges in his life

Beloved Leeds Rhinos rugby legends Kevin Sinfield and Rob Burrow have been awarded the freedom of Leeds for their “courage, commitment and inspirational strength.”

Leeds Rhinos legends Rob Burrow and Kevin Sinfield awarded freedom of Leeds

Kevin Sinfield and Rob Burrow (Photo by Simon Dewhurst)

Health Secretary releases motor neurone disease funding after criticism

Former Leeds Rhinos player Rob Burrow, left, pictured with Kevin Sinfield during day six of his Ultra 7 in 7 Challenge. (Picture: PA)

Rob Burrow and Kevin Sinfield keep pressure on Ministers - The YP says

Rob Burrow on CBeebies. (Pic credit: BBC)

Rob Burrow CBeebies: When will Rob Burrow read bedtime story on CBeebies?
Former Leeds Rhinos rugby player, Rob Burrow, will be reading a children’s story on CBeebies on technology that has never been used before.

Doddie Weir with his painting in the Scottish National Portrait Gallery (SNPG)

Rugby legend Doddie Weir dies after battling motor neurone disease

Doddie Weir, who has died at the age of 52, the Scottish Rugby Union has announced.

Doddie Weir: Rob Burrow and Kevin Sinfield lead Yorkshire's tributes

Doddie Weir, who has died at the age of 52, the Scottish Rugby Union has announced. Picture: David Davies/PA

Leeds Rhinos pay tribute after Doddie Weir dies following battle with MND

Leeds Rhinos legend Rob Burrow at the announcement of the location of the new MND centre

Rob Burrow visits site of new Leeds motor neurone disease centre

Kevin Sinfield applauds fans at half-time during the World Cup final at Old Trafford. (Picture: David Davies/PA Wire)

Kevin Sinfield plotting next fundraising challenge after 'best week of life'

Former Leeds Rhinos player Rob Burrow, left, pictured with Kevin Sinfield during day six of the Ultra 7 in 7 Challenge. (Picture: PA)

Sinfield calls on government to show urgency as wait for £50m pledge goes on

Marcus Stewart was diagnosed with MND earlier this year. (Photo by Pete Norton/Getty Images)

Former Huddersfield striker Marcus Stewart hails Kevin Sinfield

Kevin Sinfield applauds the crowd following the end of day six in the Ultra 7 in 7 Challenge from to York to Bradford. The former Leeds captain is set to complete seven ultra-marathons in as many days in aid of research into Motor Neurone Disease, finishing by running into Old Trafford at half-time of the Rugby League World Cup tournament's finale on November 19. Picture: Isaac Parkin/PA Wire.

Fundraising for Kevin Sinfield's 7 in 7 Challenge surpasses £1m mark

Sue Baker, who joined the original format of the TV series in 1980, died on Monday morning (November 14) after suffering from motor neurone diseases (MND). Picture by Sue Baker’s Family (Twitter)

Former Top Gear presenter Sue Baker dies

Rob and Lindsey Burrow pictured at Oulton Hall, Oulton, near Leeds, West Yorkshire. Picture: Lorne Campbell / Guzelian

Rob Burrow inspires new exhibition to raise awareness of motor neurone disease

Rob Burrow brings out the match ball with daughters Macy and Maya ahead of Leeds Rhinos' game against New Zealand at Headingley. (Picture: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com)

Burrow would not discourage his children from playing rugby despite MND battle
Rob Burrow has no regrets about playing rugby league and would not discourage his children from following in his footsteps.

Kevin Sinfield (r) with Rob Burrow after completing his Extra Mile Challenge of 101 miles in under 24hrs. (Pic: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com)

Best mates Rob Burrow and Kevin Sinfield to kick off Rugby League World Cup

Rob Burrow: Living with MND will air on BBC Two in October

New Rob Burrow documentary will look at 'brutal reality' of life with MND

LEEDS, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 23: Ex-Leeds Rhinos rugby league player Kevin Sinfield completes his Extra Mile Challenge at Emerald Headingley Stadium on November 23, 2021 in Leeds, England. Sinfield aims to run 101 miles in 24 hours in aid of motor neurone disease research. (Photo by George Wood/Getty Images)

Kevin Sinfield to embark on ‘toughest challenge yet’ in third MND charity run

Rob Burrow with his wife Lindsey before the match. Picture: Jonathan Gawthorpe.

Sports stars should not be the ones having to campaign for cures - The YP says

ROB BURROW: Has criticised the Government over the delay in delivering on a promise to provide £50million towards efforts to find a cure for motor neurone disease. Picture: Getty Images.

Rob Burrow: Government has ‘blood on its hands’ over £50m MND research delay

Ian Flatt

Yorkshire MND patient Ian Flatt climbs Snowdon for Rob Burrow Centre appeal

Rob Burrow and Kevin Sinfield attend the launch of the Run For All Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon at Headingley last Monday.

"I thought nobody would be interested", Rob Burrow's doctor on MND centre plans

Named in honour of the former Leeds Rhinos player, the Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon will take place on May 14, 2023 and has also been inspired by former Rhinos captain Kevin Sinfield’s running challenges in recent years.

New marathon announced for Leeds in honour of Rob Burrow

Rob Burrow with his family

Celebs dance the night away at glitzy Rob Burrow fundraiser

Kevin Sinfield is made an OBE (Officer of the Order of the British Empire) by the Duke of Cambridge during an investiture ceremony at Windsor Castle earlier this month.

Kevin Sinfield is a ‘grade one hero’ unlike Prince Andrew – YP Letters

Former rugby league footballer and Motor Neurone Disease fundraiser Kevin Sinfield, with his wife Jayne Sinfield, after he received an OBE during an investiture ceremony at Windsor Castle

Kevin Sinfield honoured with OBE by Prince William for his MND fundraising

Mr Burrow, who was diagnosed with MND in December 2019, has said he wants the centre to be a “calming and tranquil sanctuary.”

Leeds' new Rob Burrow MND centre to be at heart of community efforts in 2022

Kevin Sinfield, with Rob Burrow (left), is interviewed at Headingley Stadum after completing the Extra Mile Challenge from Leicester to Leeds on November 23, 2021. Picture: Zac Goodwin/PA Wire.

High hopes for Burrow's motor neurone disease centre - The Yorkshire Post says

Jude De Vos is hiking up Ben Nevis for The RobBurrow MND Centre,

Yorkshire mum climbs mountain for Rob Burrow Appeal after her son died of MND

LEGEND: Kevin Sinfield (r) with Rob Burrow after completing his Extra Mile Challenge of 101 miles in under 24hrs. Picture by Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com

Kevin Sinfield: Why I will never give up raising awareness and money for MND

The Yorkshire Post cartoon

Paying tribute to Leeds Rhinos legend Kevin Sinfield: The Yorkshire Post cartoon

Kevin Sinfield being interviewed at the end of the challenge

What you said about Kevin Sinfield's incredible fundraising effort

FUNDRAISER: Kevin Sinfield. Picture: PA Wire.

Kevin Sinfield's latest MND fundraiser surpasses £1m mark

FINISH LINE: Kevin Sinfield stands with Rob Burrow after completing his Extra Mile challenge. Picture: PA Wire.

Kevin Sinfield: Pictures capture Leeds Rhinos legend's incredible 101-mile run

KEVIN SINFIELD: Has helped raise over £3m for MND charities in the last 12 months. Picture: PA Wire.

Who is Kevin Sinfield and why is running 101 miles for Rob Burrow?

Kevin Sinfield on his 101 mile challenge for MND. (SIMON WILKINSON/SWPIX)

What next for Kevin Sinfield on the back of MND challenge?

Kevin Sinfield sets off from Leicester Tigers' stadium on his Extra Mile Challenge, ready to run 101 miles in 24 hours, finishing off at Headingley Rugby Stadium. (SIMON WILKINSON/SWPIX)

Kevin Sinfield's MND fundraising feats continue on epic 101 mile run

Kevin Sinfield at Leeds Beckett University today preparing for his Extra Mile Challenge (SIMON HULME/JPIMEDIA)

Why Kevin Sinfield will "crawl" home on 101 mile challenge if needed

Rob Burrow mural launch at the Bay Horse Pub in Meanwood, Leeds. Pictured are Bay Horse regular Richard Sheridan who organised the mural,lLandlord Glen Barraclough and former team mates Jamie Jones Buchanan and Barrie McDermott attended by a large crowd of regulars and Rhinos fans.

Leeds pub wall turned into a huge tribute to Leeds Rhino's legend Rob Burrow

Rob Burrow who has been left paralysed and unable to speak as a result of MND has never stopped campaigning for further research. Picture: Matthew Merrick Photography.

Anger as government rejects Leeds Rhinos star Rob Burrow's MND research campaign

RIchard Masters

Yorkshire developer takes on Three Peaks for MND inspired by Rob Burrow

Leeds Rhinos' legend Kevin Sinfield presents Rob Burrow with the Spirit of Super League award. Sinfield will now run 101 miles in 24 hours for his old friend. (Picture: Phil Daly/SWPix.com)

Kevin Sinfield to go the extra mile for Rob Burrow yet again

Former Leeds Rhinos ace Rob Burrow (pictured with his wife Lindsey) has thrown his weight behind a new appeal to build a state-of-the-art centre in Leeds to support others with the life-limiting condition
Photo: Jonathan Gawthorpe

Leeds Rhinos' Rob Burrow launches fundraiser for motor neurone disease centre