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England rugby legend admits to hiding World Cup medal because he can't remember final

World Cup star Steve Thompson feels a 'phony' as he doesn't remember the 2003 glory or celebrations at Buckingham Palace and says all his trophies are not worth the damage caused

Daily Mirror

‘Like the Titanic’: Diamond dismayed as ruling terminates Worcester contracts

Worcester Warriors players and staff have had their contracts terminated after the company that held those contracts – WRFC Players Ltd – was liquidated in the high court

The Guardian - UK

Rugby authorities urged to cut out contact training to reduce the risk of motor neurone disease

New research has found evidence of an increased risk of motor neurone disease among former rugby players

The Independent UK

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Rugby players are 15 times more likely to develop motor neurone disease, research finds

A study examined health outcomes of 412 male, Scottish, former international rugby players

Wales Online

South Africa legend pinpoints priority for under-performing Welsh teams amid 'worrying' trend

The 2007 World Cup winner reveals he has spoken to one of Wales' coaching staff about the problems facing the Welsh game

Wales Online

Luke Hooley admits it's 'dream come true' to sign with Leeds Rhinos after two-year deal confirmed

The former Batley man has stepped up to Super League with the Rhinos.

Leeds Live

Rugby authorities told to cut game time as study finds risk of MND is 15 times higher

Rugby officials have been called upon to cut back on competitive games after research found elite rugby players had a risk of developing motor neurone disease that was 15 times higher than the general population.

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Steve Thompson's early dementia symptoms as rugby ace says success 'wasn't worth it'

Early onset dementia is caused by genetic mutations that run in families, but the disease may also be more pronounced by lifestyle factors, including athletes who have taken many traumatic injuries over their careers

Daily Mirror

Rugby chiefs urged to end contact training to reduce motor neurone disease risk

A study led by the University of Glasgow looked at former Scotland internationals.

The Independent UK

Rugby players 15 times more likely to develop motor neurone disease, new research finds

Research led by the University of Glasgow found evidence of an increased risk of motor neurone disease among former rugby players

The Independent UK

Today's rugby news as Warren Gatland gets new job and world bosses told to cut games

The latest rugby headlines and news bulletins from Wales and beyond

Wales Online

Women's players unsure of pay for RLWC

Australia's women are yet to learn what they will be paid to play in the Rugby League World Cup, despite entering their final weeks of preparation for the tour.

AAP

TV tonight: the ups and downs of marriage in The A Word spin-off

Ralph & Katie follows the newlyweds who both have Down’s syndrome. Plus, Steve Thompson on Rugby, Dementia and Me. Here’s what to watch this evening

The Guardian - UK

Rugby urged to cut matches as study finds players’ risk of MND is 15 times higher

The study also found increased risks of dementia and Parkinson’s disease as consultant said contact training during the week ‘should be a thing of the past’

The Guardian - UK

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Study finds ex-rugby internationals' risk of neurodegenerative diseases is between two and 15 times higher than the public's

Researchers call for action to reduce the risks of head impact and traumatic brain injury in all sports, as a new study finds former men's rugby internationals have more than double the risk of neurodegenerative disease, with players' risk of motor neurone disease 15 times that of the general population.

The Independent UK

Rugby authorities urged to cut out contact training to reduce the risk of MND

Research led by the University of Glasgow found evidence of an increased risk of motor neurone disease among former rugby players.

The National (Scotland)

Kyle Lafferty will return for Kilmarnock despite facing 10-game suspension

KILMARNOCK striker Kyle Lafferty will face St Johnstone at Rugby Park tonight, even though he faces a minimum suspension of 10-games which could…

Daily Record

Former Scotland rugby league international Adam Walker dies aged just 31

Walker won 14 caps for Scotland and appeared at the 2013 Rugby World Cup.

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Chronicle Live

Kaiser Chiefs to play St James' Park as part of Rugby League World Cup build-up

The indie rock band will play a special set as part of the World Cup tournament welcome event ahead of the opening match at St James' Park

Wales Online

WRU chief's salary and 2024 plan for Principality Stadium roof walk emerge in latest accounts

The Welsh Rugby Union accounts have been published

Birmingham Post

The WRU on strong revenues, its new hotel and plans for a stunning stadium roof walk attraction

The WRU has seen revenues rise to £94.4m with nearly £63m invested back into the game

Daily Mirror

Rugby players 15 times more likely to suffer devastating motor neurone disease

Scottish union legend Doddie Weir and league super star Rob Burrow are among the rugby players diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease - which kills nerves that carry messages from the brain to muscles

Wales Online

Tonight's rugby news as Cardiff captain admits things are 'not pretty' and Williams in hammer blow

The latest rugby stories from Wales and beyond

The National (Scotland)

Derek McInnes seeks home comforts as Kilmarnock prepare for St Johnstone game

KILMARNOCK boss Derek McInnes has urged his players to use Rugby Park to rejuvenate their cinch Premiership season when they host St Johnstone on…

Wales Online

Dai Young warns players they face consequences as Cardiff vow to uphold reputation

The outcome of the investigation is likely to be known by the end of the week

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