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Ex-England hooker Singleton joins Glasgow a year after cardiac event

Former England hooker Jack Singleton joins Glasgow Warriors on a short-term deal a year after experiencing a cardiac event in training.

Published: Tuesday, 13 October 2026 at 4:17 PM
Ex-England hooker Singleton joins Glasgow a year after cardiac event
Key Things to Know
  • Jack Singleton has signed a short-term deal with Glasgow Warriors following a cardiac event last year.
  • The 30-year-old hooker will provide squad cover during the Nations Championship and Six Nations.
  • Singleton had stents and balloons fitted after discovering an unknown hereditary heart condition.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Former England hooker Jack Singleton has signed a short-term contract with Glasgow Warriors, 13 months after suffering a cardiac event in training. The 30-year-old front-rower agreed to the deal to provide squad cover during the upcoming Nations Championship and Six Nations periods.

Singleton underwent procedures to fit stents and balloons after discovering an unknown hereditary heart condition, but he has been participating in full running sessions since May. The former Gloucester, Worcester, and Saracens forward is qualified to represent Scotland through his grandparents but stated his immediate focus is solely on returning to match fitness.

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