Gareth Thomas

“People say getting fit is 90% diet and 10% exercise, but that's bollocks. If you train hard you earn the right to a chocolate bar.”

“You cannot afford to take any risks where your health is concerned.”

“This journey of education and breaking stigma around HIV is something that will have a legacy everlasting.”

“I had a lot of anger because I didn't like who I was when I was off the field. I used to relish the chance to try and hurt somebody in a legal way, and in the game of rugby you were able to do that.”

“I have always said that leadership is not about one man but a group of experienced players.”