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Gloucester forward Ed Slater diagnosed with motor neurone disease aged 33

The Gallagher Premiership club said the 33-year-old had made the decision to retire from rugby with immediate effect.

Gloucester lock Ed Slater has been diagnosed with motor neurone disease (PA)

Thu, 21 Jul, 2022 - 15:30

Andrew Baldock

Gloucester forward Ed Slater has been diagnosed with motor neurone disease.

The Gallagher Premiership club said the 33-year-old had made the decision to retire from rugby with immediate effect.

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