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The Prince of Wales expressed his condolences for the Rugby star who passed away from a degenerative disease at age 41. Prince William has paid tribute to the late Rob Burrow. The former rugby star passed away on Sunday, June 2 following a long battle with motor neurone disease (MND), and the Prince of Wales has issued a personal message of condolence to the sportsman’s wife Lindsey and their three children on behalf of himself and wife Catherine, Princess of Wales.

William wrote on the couple’s Instagram story: “A legend of rugby league, Rob Burrow had a huge heart. “He taught us, ‘in a world full of adversity, we must dare to dream.’ “ Catherine and I send our love to Lindsey, Jackson, Maya and Macy.



” The message was signed with the initial ‘W’, as is typical of personal messages from the prince. The news of Burrow’s passing was announced by his former club Leeds Rhinos. They said in a statement: “It is with deep sadness that the club can confirm that former player Rob Burrow CBE has passed away , aged 41.

Rob inspired the entire country with his brave battle against motor ­neurone disease since his diagnosis. “He passed away peacefully at Pinderfields Hospital near his home surrounded by his loving family after becoming ill earlier this week. On behalf of the Burrow family, we would like to thank the staff for their compassion and caring for Rob in his final days.

” The Burrow family added in a separate statement: “The outpouring of love and s.

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