Former Wales rugby captain Gareth Thomas has spoken of his relief at making public the fact he is gay . The year - old Thomas now wants to become a role model for gay people in general . ` Every gay man will tell you that 'coming out ' is like a weight lifted from your shoulders and beng able to walk down the street knowing that there is nothing for me to hide has been a liberating experience , `` admitted Thomas -- the most capped player in Wales history with 100 appearances for his country . Thomas is the most capped player n Wales rugby history with 100 caps for his country .
Former Wales rugby captain Gareth Thomas has spoken of his relief at making public the fact he is gay . The year - old Thomas now wants to become a role model for gay people in general . Thomas is the most capped player n Wales rugby history with 100 caps for his country .