Michael Lipman: 'If I knew then what I know now, I'd have been a lot more careful'
5 years ago by The GuardianThe former England flanker has mild dementia and probable CTE and says the memory lapses and mood swings may be hard for him, but are even harder for his wife FrancesIt’s been two months since Michael...
'I have no recollection of winning the World Cup' - Steve Thompson on dementia diagnosis at age 42
5 years ago by Irish IndependentSteve Thompson has revealed that he cannot remember playing in England's 2003 World Cup final victory after being diagnosed with dementia at the age of 42. Full Story
SIR CLIVE WOODWARD: I completely support players who are taking legal action over brain damage
5 years ago by Daily Mail - Sir Clive Woodward ColumnSIR CLIVE WOODWARD: I have always considered myself a player first, not a coach, and the action players are taking is not just for themselves but those in past, present and future. Full Story
'Listen to the science': Alix Popham fighting for reform in rugby after dementia diagnosis – video
5 years ago by The GuardianFormer Wales back-rower, Alix Popham, was diagnosed with early onset dementia this year aged 40. He says he is frustrated the game he still loves has not made changes to make the sport safer for current...
Rugby union, concussion and dementia: tell us your views
5 years ago by The GuardianWhether you are a player, former player, parent or fan, we want to hear your experiences and thoughtsSteve Thompson, who won the Rugby World Cup with England in 2003, has been diagnosed with early onset...
Steve Thompson: England World Cup winner cannot remember 2003 matches
5 years ago by BBC Rugby NewsSteve Thompson played in every game as England won the 2003 World Cup - but 17 years on he tells BBC Sport he can't remember any of them. Full Story
Robshaw & other Barbarians slapped with bans and fines
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyFormer England captain Chris Robshaw has copped a four-week ban after reportedly breaching coronavirus protocols while with the Barbarians squad. The 34 year-old was also fined two weeks’...
Barbarians: RFU bans 13 players over coronavirus breaches
5 years ago by BBC Rugby NewsThirteen Barbarians players are given bans by the Rugby Football Union for their part in the game against England being called off.
Robshaw suspended for four weeks for Barbarians breach
5 years ago by Sky Sports RugbyFormer England captain Chris Robshaw has been banned for four weeks and fined two weeks' salary for breaching coronavirus protocols while on duty with the Barbarians. Full Story
England win, France impress, Lions on the horizon: What did an autumn of rugby teach us?
5 years ago by BBC Rugby NewsHow do England win a World Cup? Who makes the Lions back row? How good can France be? BBC Sport looks at what we learned this autumn. Full Story
