From rugby league to knighthood - how friendship with Rob Burrow inspired Kevin Sinfield's fundraising efforts

Kevin Sinfield, 45, is set to receive a knighthood in the King's Birthday Honours for his extensive fundraising efforts in memory of his late friend and former teammate Rob Burrow, who battled motor neurone disease (MND). Sinfield and Burrow were teammates in rugby league, and Burrow's diagnosis inspired Sinfield to undertake numerous charitable fundraising challenges. The knighthood recognises Sinfield's significant contribution to raising awareness and funds for MND research and support.