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Rugby players to apply for class action lawsuit in legal case over brain injuries

A GLO would bring more than 200 claims together in one case, but a full hearing may not take place before the end of 2024

The Guardian - UK

Marcus Smith and George Ford to face off in Six Nations audition as Harlequins host league leaders Sale

Premiership clash could offer fly-half pair chance to stake England claim

Evening Standard

Owen Farrell break is a 'wake-up call', says Saracens chief Mark McCall: 'Rugby needs to do something'

Sarries' director of rugby has lamented the 'shameful' abuse of Farrell and also taken aim at the media coverage of the player

Evening Standard

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Saracens coach hits out at ‘shameful’ abuse after Owen Farrell announcement

The England captain announced this week that he would take a break from Test rugby during the Six Nations

The Independent UK

Shameful and not right – Saracens boss condemns Owen Farrell treatment

Mark McCall said ‘there’s only so much that someone can take’.

The Independent UK

Owen Farrell abuse unjustified and damaging as rugby’s dark side takes its toll

In stepping away from international duty to protect his loved ones, Farrell has yet again shown the qualities that make him England and Saracens’ most trusted leader

Evening Standard

Owen Farrell’s England exit shows elite sport’s tipping point – vital lessons must be learned

The England captain will step away from international rugby to prioritise his ‘mental wellbeing’, extending a wider trend in sport and highlighting the urgent need for change to avoid yet more elite athletes suffering

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Owen Farrell confident England break will help extend international career

Long-serving captain will miss the Six Nations but is still hopeful of playing at the next World Cup

Evening Standard

Rugby players’ brain injury battle reaches watershed moment in court

Legal action brought by 268 players faces a day of reckoning on Friday while the sport continues to wrestle with the repercussions of head trauma

The Guardian - UK

Owen Farrell’s England hiatus should give all of us pause for thought

While there may be several factors in the England captain’s decision, the ‘disgusting circus’ around him has clearly played its part

The Guardian - UK

Steve Borthwick ‘fully behind’ Owen Farrell’s break from international rugby

The England captain has decided to prioritise his and his family’s mental well-being.

The Independent UK

Owen Farrell to miss Six Nations as he announces England break to 'prioritise mental wellbeing'

RFU release statement backing skipper's decision

Evening Standard

Owen Farrell to miss Six Nations ‘to prioritise mental wellbeing’

The England captain will take a break from international duty

The Independent UK

Courtney Lawes rules out England retirement U-turn but is open to final Lions tour

Steve Borthwick could be facing a back-row selection crisis for the Six Nations in 2024

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The Independent UK

Exeter’s Rob Baxter urges football law-makers to be careful over sin-bins trial

The International Football Association Board (IFAB) has supported the move following a successful implementation in the grassroots game.

AAP

Teen admits role in attack on rugby star Kefu's family

Wallabies star Toutai Kefu suffered critical wounds to his abdomen while trying to defend his family during a home invasion by knife-wielding offenders.

The Guardian - UK

Lawes rules out England return but would play for British & Irish Lions

Courtney Lawes may have retired from international duty with England but he would play for the British & Irish Lions in Australia in 2025 if asked

The Independent UK

England’s Zach Mercer installs oxygen chamber at home to combat ankle injury

The number eight has missed Gloucester’s last four league games.

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The Independent UK

Natasha Hunt rewarded with Red Roses contract as England confirm new deals

The scrum half was a high-profile omission from last year’s Rugby World Cup squad

The Guardian - UK

Arundell’s French adventure puts pressure on Borthwick and RFU

With every eye-catching Racing 92 appearance, the full-back’s England future will come under more scrutiny

The National (Scotland)

Glasgow Warriors coach tips 'silent assassin' for Scotland impact at Six Nations

Nigel Carolan insists Kyle Rowe has been a 'revelation' for Glasgow Warriors as he backs the winger to break into the Scotland squad ahead of Six…

The Independent UK

Former England rugby captain Sarah Hunter enjoying ‘not feeling beaten up’

England Women’s most capped player was made a a CBE for services to rugby union.

Evening Standard

Elliot Daly revels in 'favourite' role for Saracens to give England an option

The full-back impressed while deputises for Alex Lozowski at No13

Evening Standard

Reece James: Chelsea captaincy proving to be a heavy burden as defender seeks advice

The right-back has been unable to stamp his authority on the squad as injuries and now a suspension limit his minutes

The Guardian - UK

Henry Slade helps Exeter recover to end away drought with win at Newcastle

Henry Slade and Josh Iosefa-Scott scored tries to help Exeter fight back and win 20-14 at Newcastle to end their 13-month wait for an away Premiership victory

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