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Paralysed Rugby Star's Everest Challenge
19 Nov, 2025
Summary
- Former rugby player Matt Hampson aims for London Marathon.
- He was left paralysed after a 2005 training accident.
- Hampson seeks to raise £100,000 for his foundation.
Former England rugby player Matt Hampson views the upcoming London Marathon as his personal "Everest." Hampson suffered a career-ending injury in 2005 when a scrum collapsed during an England Under-21 training session, leaving him paralysed from the neck down at just 20 years old.
He established the Matt Hampson Foundation six years after his injury. This organization is dedicated to providing support and rehabilitation services for other young individuals who have sustained serious sports-related injuries. Hampson's personal journey fuels his commitment to aiding others.
Now residing in Oakham, Rutland, Hampson is targeting the 2026 London Marathon. His ambitious goal is to raise £100,000 through this event, utilizing a specialized racing chair propelled by a team of dedicated runners.
