Concussion forces Ireland international Fitzpatrick to retire

Ulster Rugby have announced the retirement of prop Declan Fitzpatrick at the age of 31, due to concussion.

Concussion forces Ireland international Fitzpatrick to retire
Thu, 16 Apr, 2015 - 16:03
Grainne McGuinness

Ulster Rugby have announced the retirement of prop Declan Fitzpatrick at the age of 31.

Fitzpatrick had suffered a number of concussions in recent years and received medical advice that it would be in his best interests to retire from professional rugby.

Already a subscriber? Sign in

You have reached your article limit.

Unlimited access. Half the price.

Annual €130 €65

Best value

Monthly €12€6 / month

Benefit image

Introductory offer. Annual billed once for first year. Monthly (discount first 3 months) billed monthly, then €12/month. Ts&Cs apply.

CONNECT WITH US TODAY

Whatsapp logo

WHATSAPP

Newsletter logo

NEWSLETTERS

Notification logo

NOTIFICATIONS

Be the first to know the latest news and updates

More in this section

Rugby Podcast Special: Ireland and Australia declare their hands Rugby Podcast Special: Ireland and Australia declare their hands
Namibia end run of Rugby World Cup qualification Namibia end run of Rugby World Cup qualification
Ireland Rugby Squad Training and Media Conference Andy Farrell hoping Mack Hansen brings pre-injury form to Wallabies clash
CourtsRugbyHeathrowDeclan FitzpatrickUlster Rugbyretirement.
<p>Ireland rugby captain Caelan Doris. Pic: Brendan Moran/Sportsfile</p>

'No fear': Doris draws on victory over Portugal to fire Ireland up for Wallabies test

READ NOW

Sport

Newsletter

Latest news from the world of sport, along with the best in opinion from our outstanding team of sports writers. and reporters

Latest

Sport

Push Notifications

By clicking on 'Sign Up' you will be the first to know about our latest and best sporting content on this browser. Please note if you are unable to sign up via your mobile web browser, please download and sign up for mobile push notifications via our FREE mobile news app.

Sign Up

Sport

Newsletter

Latest news from the world of sport, along with the best in opinion from our outstanding team of sports writers. and reporters

Donal Lenihan
Donal Lenihan

Inside rugby

Most Read

Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited