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Thompson Can't Recall World Cup Win

Former England rugby player Steve Thompson doesn't recognize himself in World Cup win footage due to early onset dementia.

Former England rugby player Steve Thompson has opened up about his struggle with early onset dementia, admitting he doesn't recognize himself in videos of England's historic 2003 World Cup victory. The former hooker made the revelation during a conversation with his former teammate Ben Youngs.

'It doesn't look like me,' Thompson stated, highlighting the profound impact his condition has had on his memories of the sporting achievement.