Prince William brought the caffeine at new Rob Burrow Centre.
The Prince of Wales has personally ordered a coffee machine for the facility, proving that even in royal duties, he knows the true MVP is a strong brew.
He touched down in Leeds to officially open the Rob Burrow Centre for Motor Neurone Disease (MND), a state of the art hub dedicated to tackling the cruel condition that weakens muscles and steals mobility.
The state of the art facility, dedicated to diagnosing, researching, and caring for those battling MND, stands as a living tribute to the rugby legend whose courage inspired a nation and whose memory William is determined to honour.
The Prince of Wales was warmly greeted by Lindsey Burrow and her children, Macy, Maya, and Jackson, as well as MND campaigner Kevin Sinfield, who has tirelessly fundraised since Rob’s diagnosis in 2019.
William toured the cutting edge R&D area alongside Rob’s father, Geoff, meeting the medical team and supporters who have kept the late player’s legacy alive.
Rob Burrow was an English rugby league icon, played all 16 years of his career with Leeds Rhinos, winning eight Super League Grand Finals.
````After his diagnosis, he became a national figure for raising awareness and championing research.
His untimely death in June 2024 left a void one that today’s centre promises to fill for generations of patients and families.
William presented Rob and Sinfield with their CBEs at Headingley Stadium in January 2024, reflected on the poignant moment, “I brought your CBEs up here to give to you today if that’s okay.
While you’re in your home, in Leeds, surrounded by your family and friends — I thought today was a good day.”
