Nick Lowden, 23, dies as parents urge AFL to address head injury
Nick Lowden, the youngest Australian Rules football player diagnosed with chronic traumatic encephalopathy, died at 23. His parents, Kerry and Tony, warn against the hidden dangers of the sport, urging the AFL to better communicate the risks of head injuries. Nick showed signs of mental decline following a head impact during a game at age 17.
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Published 27 Jun 2026, 18:44 UTC · Updated 27 Jun 2026, 18:50 UTC
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