Rob Burrow in Leeds Rhinos' hearts and minds as they bid for Challenge Cup glory

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Rob Burrow might not be at Wembley this weekend, but his presence will be felt by Luke Gale and his Leeds team-mates. Gale will be in the no.7 jersey that Burrow wore with distinction throughout his remarkable career, hoping to pay his own tribute to the inspirational former Rhino.

Burrow’s brave battle with motor neurone disease was seen by the nation this week following the screening of a heart-breaking BBC documentary charting his story this year.

The cruel condition means Burrow will be watching Saturday’s clash with Salford from home rather than the mooted idea of leading Richard Agar’s side out.

But the RFL has made Burrow its chief guest for the game “in absentia”, and Gale knows he will be there in spirit. “Rob’s been in our