Sébastien Chabal Reveals Total Memory Loss of Rugby Career

The former French international opens up about his neurological struggles, highlighting the long-term effects of rugby-related head injuries while distancing himself from ongoing legal claims.

Sébastien Chabal, former France rugby star, has disclosed that he cannot recall any moments from his 11-year international career, including playing in matches or singing the French national anthem.
Chabal's memory loss extends beyond rugby, as he revealed he no longer remembers significant personal events, such as the birth of his daughter.
The 47-year-old described a sense of dissociation from his rugby identity, stating he feels as though it was someone else who played the sport.
While nearly 300 former players have launched legal action against rugby governing bodies over alleged failures to protect players from brain injuries, Chabal clarified he is not part of these claims.
This revelation underscores growing concerns about the long-term neurological consequences of head injuries in rugby, with former players reporting conditions such as early-onset dementia and chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE).