Concussion expert urges ban on RUNIT Championship after athlete is knocked out
A leading concussion expert has renewed calls to ban the dangerous RUNIT Championship after a female athlete was knocked unconscious during its inaugural match in Brisbane over the weekend. Dr. Alan Pearce criticized the sport's growing popularity, questioning why a high-impact competition continues to expand amid increasing safety measures in organized sports. Concerns over concussion risks remain prevalent.
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Published 16 Jul 2026, 01:43 UTC · Updated 16 Jul 2026, 02:00 UTC
Summary by OZbrief Editorial. Original report: 7 News – Sport. Editorial policy · Corrections
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