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Thompson Speaks of Dementia Memory Loss

Former England rugby player Steve Thompson reveals he has no memory of winning the World Cup due to early onset dementia.

Steve Thompson, a key member of England's 2003 World Cup winning team, has opened up about his battle with early onset dementia. The former rugby player told former teammate Ben Youngs that he doesn't recognize himself in photos from the victorious tournament.

Thompson, who has been diagnosed with early onset dementia, has no recollection of England's World Cup triumph. He described seeing images of himself celebrating the win as looking at a stranger, highlighting the devastating impact the condition has had on his life.