The Latest Breaking News from Steve Thompson

Ex-Wales star emotionally reveals nine-year-old son accidentally discovered his dementia

Former Welsh rugby star Lenny Woodard was diagnosed a year ago amid a number of former pro players launching a lawsuit against RFU and World Rugby following their diagnosis of brain damage

Daily Mirror · Jul 25, 2022

Lobby group finalises list of player welfare requirements to World Rugby

Proceedings are set to be issued at court

The Independent UK · Jul 25, 2022

Former rugby players launch legal action against sport’s governing bodies over brain injuries

A group of more than 185 former rugby players are taking the game's ruling bodies to court for negligence in protecting them against head injuries.

Evening Standard · Jul 25, 2022

Fans feel enough is being done on concussion despite views of academics

Football’s concussion protocols have been described as a shambles by Professor Willie Stewart.

The Independent UK · May 6, 2022

England World Cup winner Ben Kay predicts rugby won't be played in 50 years' time

World Cup winner Ben Kay has shared his concerns over brain injuries among rugby players, warning the sport "might not be here in 50 years time"

Daily Mirror · May 2, 2022

England rugby hero placed on suicide watch as he gives tragic interview

Steve Thompson has spoken openly and frankly about how parts of his life are disappearing

Wales Online · Apr 23, 2022

World Cup winner Steve Thompson reveals he was put on suicide watch amid dementia battle

The 43-year-old was diagnosed with early-onset dementia in November 2020

The Independent UK · Apr 23, 2022

The sad and frightening story from England World Cup winner that underlines the magnitude of rugby's biggest problem

Steve Thompson has written a candid book

Wales Online · Apr 17, 2022