Overview
- Consultant neuropathologist Professor Willie Stewart told the inquest he found CTE in McQueen’s brain but could not quantify its extent.
- Stewart agreed CTE contributed more than minimally to McQueen’s death and said the only available evidence pointed to high lifetime exposure to heading.
- The hearing was told McQueen died of pneumonia, with dementia conditions contributing, and that CTE was present alongside vascular dementia.
- Family testimony described a marked cognitive and personality decline from his 60s, recurring post-training headaches, concussions, and a final six months bedbound.
- Statements from former teammates detailed frequent, intensive heading drills in training, while the family has signaled a focus on raising awareness rather than pursuing legal action.