Leeds Rhinos part of new cross‑sport drive for MND in Rob Burrow’s name

An innovative new partnership between The Good Racing Company and Leeds Rhinos rugby league club will help raise vital funds and awareness for MND causes while keeping Rob Burrow’s legacy at the heart of both racing and rugby league communities. 

As part of the year-long partnership, Leeds Rhinos and The Good Racing Company will promote key events and fundraising initiatives to one another’s fanbases, helping to raise money for Rob and Lindsey Burrow’s favoured MND charities, while also giving supporters fresh ways to honour Rob’s campaigning work on and off the pitch.

To launch the partnership, The Good Racing Company will be the official match sponsor for Leeds Rhinos’ eagerly anticipated game against York Knights at AMT Headingley Stadium on Friday 20 February. The matchday will feature multiple references to the Rob Burrow Racing Club, introducing The Good Racing Company’s concept of charitable racing clubs to Rhinos supporters and commercial partners.

Rob Oates Managing Director, Leeds Rhinos says: “Together, The Good Racing Company and Leeds Rhinos are giving supporters a dynamic, cross‑sport platform to celebrate Rob’s life and help more families affected by MND in his name. We hope every matchday or raceday is a fresh opportunity to continue the amazing fundraising that Rob and Lindsey inspired.”

Established in 2020, by rugby league and racing enthusiast Phil Hawthorne as an innovative way to fundraise for Rob after he announced he was living with MND, the club was created to honour Rob’s extraordinary courage and determination, channelling Rob’s fighting spirit into a collective movement that raises awareness and funds for the MND community.

Rob’s words “Every single day is precious, don’t waste a moment” lie at the very heart of the racing club, reminding us to seize each day with purpose, and to use our collective energy to create positive change. Today, the Rob Burrow Racing Club continues to carry forward that spirit – and to date, it has donated £210,000 to MND charities.

Lindsey Burrow, who is an ambassador for The Good Racing Company, says: “Rob was passionate about two sports: rugby league and horse racing. It’s great to see Leeds Rhinos and The Good Racing Company teaming up to champion Rob’s legacy across both sports and continue his efforts to raise funds and awareness.”

The Rob Burrow Racing Club invites supporters to join through an annual individual membership priced at £49, with proceeds donated to the Burrow family’s chosen charities, including Challenging MND, which provides financial support, grants, and memorable experiences to people living with MND and their families, including the Burrow family, who are incredibly grateful for their continued support.

For just 95p a week, members can follow the thrill and excitement of the three-year-old Flat racer Don’t Waste a Moment, while enjoying a range of benefits. The Club also offers a corporate membership at £777, providing businesses with a meaningful way to engage teams and clients while supporting a powerful cause. Whether joining as individuals or organisations, members are brought together by the excitement of British racing and the inspirational legacy of Rob Burrow CBE, turning a shared love of sport into positive social impact.

In addition to regular updates, members receive a membership pack, a Leeds Rhinos Matchday Special Offer, and exclusive experiences including stable visits in York and VIP race days as an owner with access to the owners’ enclosure and parade ring alongside the jockey and trainer. Members also enjoy priority access to TGRC racedays, Audience With events, socials, charity events, family fun days, exclusive competitions, and more. By combining sport, community and shared experiences, TGRC create days that are memorable, engaging and genuinely meaningful - bringing people together through the power of sport.

Don’t Waste a Moment is trained by Ivan Furtado at Eboracum Racing Stables near York. The gelding has had three runs so far, and The Good Racing Company is confident he is learning his job and showing plenty of promise for the season ahead. 

The Good Racing Company now has ten horses in training across its various clubs and syndicates and is quickly building a track record on the turf. Its standout success to date is Alfa Kellenic, who completed a remarkable sequence of six consecutive victories that included landing the Ayr Silver Cup.