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Leeds Rhinos star Jamie Peacock receives his MBE

James Peacock poses with his MBE medal. PIC: PA

James Peacock poses with his MBE medal. PIC: PA

By Paul Robinson
Published on Wednesday 22 February 2012 15:04

Leeds Rhinos star Jamie Peacock has told of his pride after receiving the MBE from the Queen at Buckingham Palace today.

The 34-year-old headed to London to pick up the award, given in recognition of his services to rugby league.

Leeds-born Peacock’s visit to the capital came just five days after he helped Rhinos to their World Club Challenge victory over Australian side Manly Sea Eagles.

The veteran front-rower and England captain said: “Coming down here is the greatest honour so far in my career.

“This is great exposure for myself but it’s humbling to realise there are people from outside the sport looking in and thinking I’m doing good things within the sport.

“I’m also pleased for the sport itself, it gets some recognition through the fact I’ve received the MBE.”


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HUMBERRHINO

Wednesday, February 22, 2012 at 11:31 PM

Congratulations 'JP' it was well over due in my view! But did you ask 'LIZ' where 'Sir Kev''s M.B.E is, what more does the 'LEGEND' have to do to get one?



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HUMBERRHINO

Wednesday, February 22, 2012 at 11:27 PM

Congratulations 'JP' well over due in my view! Did ya ask 'LIZ' where Sir Kev's is what more does the 'LEGEND' have to do to get one?



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John44

Wednesday, February 22, 2012 at 07:07 PM

Well done Jamie you are a creidit to the Rhinos and Leeds. Hope you go one better and get a Knighthood. Keep up the good work and sink a few as you desrve them..



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