Rugby players with irreversible brain damage launch lawsuit against governing body

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“I’ve got no memory of World Cups.” Former rugby player Steve Thompson tells krishgm the impact that early onset dementia has had on him. He is one of almost 200 former rugby players suing the sport's governing bodies after sustaining brain damage.

Nearly 200 former rugby players have launched a lawsuit against the sport’s governing bodies.

The players have all been diagnosed with irreversible brain damage, after years of sustaining concussions while playing. They include Steve Thompson, one of the stars of the England World Cup winning team of 2003.If you feel personally affected by any of these issues, please visit channel4.com/support

 

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krishgm I wonder if American football players have the same incidence considering the protection they wear. Or is it the jolt that does the damage?

krishgm As much as I have sympathy for him anyone with half a brain knows playing rugby you get knocked about. 2 minutes watching a game would tell you that!

krishgm Head injury during sport and dementia are becoming inextricably linked…questions need to be asked…changes/resolutions need to be discussed.

krishgm Watch the full interview from the Ways To Change The World podcast here:

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