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Rugby Safety Concerns Rise After Former Player's Death
8/27/2025
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Story summary
- Shane Christie, a former Maori All Blacks player, wished for his brain to be studied for CTE after teammate Billy Guyton's diagnosis.
- Christie, who retired in 2018 due to concussion issues, recently passed away, raising concerns about rugby safety.
- New Zealand Rugby recognized his contributions and extended condolences to his family and community.
