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Rugby's brain-damaged players wait five years for help

Five years after The Guardian first revealed the legal action, over 1,000 former rugby players with neurodegenerative conditions remain trapped in protracted court battles. Discover why progress has stalled.

French Teams' Five-Year Champions Cup Grip

French clubs have won the last five Investec Champions Cup titles. As the competition kicks off, we analyse if any side can break their stranglehold before the Bilbao final.

Boy saves himself from electrocution in bed

An eight-year-old boy suffered severe burns after his chain necklace became caught in a phone charger while he slept. His quick thinking saved his life. Read his mother's urgent safety warning.

Australia's favourable 2027 Rugby World Cup draw revealed

Australia will discover their group stage opponents for the 2027 Rugby World Cup in a Sydney draw that sets up a favourable path to the knockout rounds. The expanded 24-team tournament will be held across seven cities.

Arundell stars in Bath's comeback win over Saracens

Henry Arundell scored two crucial tries as Bath staged a remarkable comeback from 14-0 down to defeat Saracens 36-29. The performance strengthens his case for England selection ahead of Steve Borthwick's squad decisions.

Two mothers killed in Derbyshire car crash

Tributes paid to Amie Pearson, 26, and Chelsea Carlisle, 29, killed in Pleasley collision. Nine-year-old boy suffers life-changing injuries. 18-year-old arrested.

Bristol punish Northampton after early red card

Bristol Bears dominate Northampton Saints 46-12 at Ashton Gate, ending Saints' unbeaten Premiership start after an early red card for Edoardo Todaro. Read the full match report.

Rugby's R360 League Postponed Until 2028

The proposed R360 breakaway rugby competition delays launch by two years until 2028 amid international opposition. Strategic decision or sign of trouble?

Radical Shake-Up Proposed for Rugby Transfers

Former England Sevens captain Ollie Phillips calls for Premiership Rugby to introduce player auctions and university drafts to revolutionise the sport's transfer market and boost engagement.

Two women die, boy injured in Derbyshire crash

Two women in their 20s have died and a nine-year-old boy suffered life-changing injuries in a Derbyshire car crash. An 18-year-old man has been arrested. Police are appealing for witnesses.

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