A sea of runners in blue and yellow made their way around Roundhay Park last night (Friday) to pay tribute to Burrow, who sadly died aged 41 after a four-and-a-half-year battle with motor neurone disease (MND).
The event was hosted by the Leeds Rhinos Foundation, who devised a seven-mile route around the park in reference to Burrows’ iconic shirt number.
The event began with a minute’s applause, followed by a colourful display as participants from Leeds and beyond tackled the Rhino route, designed by local running enthusiast John Mcloughlin.
Locals also came out in force to show their support along the route and professional boxer Josh Warrington also attended to pay his respects to a fellow Leeds legend.
At the finish line, CEO and event organizer Bob Bowman commented: “I think Rob would say he’s a Yorkshire lad who achieved his dreams and he would be very humbled by this adulation and respect. It is everything he deserves because he was such a great man.”
Check out the photos of the even provided by Leeds Rhinos Foundation in the gallery below:
7. Jerseys
Runners were encouraged to wear their Rob Burrow Marathon tops, replica jerseys or similar attire | Leeds Rhinos Foundation Photo: Leeds Rhinos Foundation
8. Runners
Hundreds gathered for the heart warming event | Leeds Rhinos Foundation Photo: Leeds Rhinos Foundation
9. Community
Burrow, who made nearly 500 appearances for the Rhinos, died on Sunday at the age of 41, four-and-a-half years after being diagnosed with motor neurone disease. | Leeds Rhinos Foundation Photo: Leeds Rhinos Foundation
10. Fundraising
Burrow’s battle and fundraising efforts in tandem with former Rhinos team-mate Kevin Sinfield touched people well beyond rugby league and he has been honoured across sport since his death. | Leeds Rhinos Foundation Photo: Leeds Rhinos Foundation
11. Rob Burrow
There have been tributes to Rob Burrow across the country since the announcement of his death last Sunday | Leeds Rhinos Foundation Photo: Leeds Rhinos Foundation
12. Leeds Rhinos legend
Professional boxer Josh Warrington also attended to pay his respects to a fellow Leeds legend. | Leeds Rhinos Foundation Photo: Leeds Rhinos Foundation