Thompson Confused by World Cup Memory Loss

In an interview with former England team-mate Ben Youngs, Thompson expressed disorientation regarding his past achievements, stating 'It doesn't look like me' when discussing the 2003 World Cup victory. The former rugby star is currently living with early onset dementia, a condition he has previously attributed to his career in the sport.

Thompson's revelation highlights the ongoing concerns about head injuries in contact sports and their long-term effects on athletes' health.