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All Black's doctor: Lomu was like a brother to my sons

Former All Black's doctor John Mayhew gives his reaction and insight into Jonah Lomu's tragic death.

Speaking on 5 live he said: "Seeing Jonah soon after we tried to resuscitate him, he was unaware what happened, it was one of those tragic complications that can occur in someone with chronic health conditions."

Talking about his memories of Lomu he said, "I have three sons who play rugby [...] they knew Jonah very well, and he was an older brother to them really".

This clip is originally from Sportsweek 22 November 2015.

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