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London Irish back Theo Brophy Clews retires aged 24 due to concussion

The England U20 international, a fly-half or centre, said he would be putting his “short-term and long-term health at risk” if he continued playing

London Irish back Theo Brophy Clews retires aged 24 due to concussion — London Irish back Theo Brophy Clews has retired

Fri, 21 May, 2021 - 18:29

Andrew Baldock

London Irish back Theo Brophy Clews has announced his retirement from professional rugby at the age of 24 due to concussion.

The England U20 international, a fly-half or centre, said he would be putting his “short-term and long-term health at risk” if he continued playing.

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