My sport was my comfort. The routine, the camaraderie, the team... everyone's around you. After rugby you're on your own. — Gareth Thomas Copy Share Image
You could say I'm the pioneer in the way I have changed some people's perception of not only sports people but of… — Gareth Thomas Copy Share Image
The sports are almost different cultures so saying I prefer one to the other is wrong. Rugby union is guided by a… — Gareth Thomas Copy Share Image
It is the toughest, most macho of male sports, and with that comes an image. In many ways, it is barbaric, and… — Gareth Thomas Copy Share Image
I really want to remain involved in rugby. I want to continue and have an influence on the game. — Gareth Thomas Copy Share Image
Toulouse expanded my game. You were given a freedom to play and express yourself on the field. Toulouse is the biggest club… — Gareth Thomas Copy Share Image
There are excuses for dropping the ball or missing a tackle. But there are no excuses for not playing with a passion for your… — Gareth Thomas Copy Share Image
When I got married to my ex-wife, Jemma, I took my vows very, very seriously. I've been brought up with good values and I… — Gareth Thomas Copy Share Image
My sport was my comfort. The routine, the camaraderie, the team... everyone's around you. After rugby you're on your own. — Gareth Thomas Copy Share Image
I wish Mike Ruddock nothing but the very best in whatever he does in the future. I will always remember him as the guy… — Gareth Thomas Copy Share Image
I knew I was gay at 18, but to come out then would have meant I would not have achieved what I did in… — Gareth Thomas Copy Share Image
If I keep getting letters or if I keep getting messages from people who are still taking strength from my story, who are still… — Gareth Thomas Copy Share Image
When the Wales squad met up for the 2005 autumn internationals, I was already concerned that we were slipping into bad habits. And, yes,… — Gareth Thomas Copy Share Image
I loved playing rugby so much. I would have played rugby every day if I could have. I loved being a player so much,… — Gareth Thomas Copy Share Image
I was born and raised to play rugby. I have two parents who are hugely proud of my rugby achievements, but even they say… — Gareth Thomas Copy Share Image
I was always driven by the idea that if people ever found out about who I was then the stature I created for myself… — Gareth Thomas Copy Share Image
