BBC World Cup presenter Steve Crossman has revealed that he suffered an epileptic seizure while broadcasting live on air in Mexico. Crossman, a presenter for Radio Five Live, shared the experience on the social media platform X on Thursday evening.
He stated that the seizure occurred shortly after his arrival in North America for the tournament. Crossman noted that he persevered through the incident, inspired by his sister, Jill, who lived with epilepsy. He also expressed gratitude for the support of his colleagues at @5liveSport.
Crossman has been an advocate for epilepsy awareness, having previously spoken about his sister Jill's passing due to the condition. He is scheduled to run the 2027 London Marathon to raise funds for the Epilepsy Society, an organization dedicated to supporting individuals with epilepsy.
Epilepsy is described by the NHS as a neurological condition that affects the brain and causes seizures, which are sometimes referred to as fits. While it cannot be cured, treatments can often help manage the condition. Symptoms can vary and may include stiffening or floppiness of the body, jerking or twitching movements, sudden falls, loss of awareness, and unusual sensations. Seizures typically last for a short duration and often resolve on their own.
At the World Cup, Crossman has been a lead radio presenter alongside Kelly Cates and Mark Chapman.