Concussion expert warns collision sports carry death risk, inquiry hears

A neurologist told a New South Wales parliamentary inquiry that emerging contact sports like Run Nation and Power Slap produce impacts comparable to a 'coward punch,' making death a 'distinct possibility' and arguing regulation cannot mitigate the risk. The inquiry is examining whether such competitions should be restricted or banned. This is an early-stage regulatory development with uncertain policy outcomes.

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