Former England rugby player Steve Thompson has spoken about having no memory of England's 2003 World Cup victory, a revelation that has shocked the rugby community. The 2003 World Cup winner discussed his memory loss with former England teammate Ben Youngs in a BBC documentary examining the long-term effects of rugby on player health.

The conversation between Thompson and Youngs forms part of a broader investigation into rugby's safety, with Thompson's personal experience highlighting the serious consequences that can affect even the sport's greatest champions. Thompson's admission that the victory 'doesn't look like me' underscores the profound impact that repeated head trauma can have on athletes' cognitive function and personal identity.

The documentary, titled 'How Safe Is Rugby?', is now available on BBC iPlayer, offering viewers insight into the ongoing debate about player welfare in contact sports. Thompson's story serves as a powerful reminder of the human cost behind sporting triumphs and raises important questions about the future of rugby and player protection.