Women’s World Cup and Instrumented Mouthguards (iMGs)
The next edition of the Women’s Rugby Union World Cup will start on August 22nd. It will be hosted in England. World Rugby has announced that all players have signed up to be fitted with an iMG.
Thoughts on Garry Ringrose’s withdrawal
Luca applauds the decision on 24th July of Lions and Irish centre, Garry Ringrose, to self-declare continuing symptoms from his delayed concussion sustained while playing against the ACT Brumbies on 9th July.
Brain Health concerns in former elite rugby players
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World Rugby announces six-point plan for player welfare.
World Rugby has signposted a six-point plan to enhance the welfare of rugby players. It
states that it is building on the original plan announced in 2021.