He has no memory of a single one of his matches. Nor of the birth of his daughter. A few childhood memories, but he doesn't know if they are true or if he was told them. Sébastien Chabal, the former French rugby international from 2000 to 2011, famous for his build, his facial hair, and his virile tackles, has just delivered a disturbing testimony in the show "Legend" on YouTube. Yes, and very surprising, comments with Science and Future Professor Xavier Bigard, sports doctor. It's also not entirely surprising, given the expected severity and high frequency of concussions suffered by this player, which do not appear to have been medically treated. But not remembering any games is quite unique. It shows how severely he was affected and impacted during his career.. »
Sébastien Chabal's Amnesia: "We can't go on like this! Rugby players are falling apart."
April 16, 2025
By Hervé Ratel THE Subscribers
He's had some "helmet farts"! Following Sébastien Chabal's statements about his neurological disorders, the problem of concussions in sports is back in the spotlight. A sports doctor explains the situation.
Former French rugby player Sébastien Chabal runs during the "Match of Legends" rugby match at the Allianz Riviera Stadium in Nice on September 26, 2022.
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