Former international rugby star Thomas of Wales reveals that he is gay . While homosexuality in a macho code such as rugby is rarely acknowledged , top-level tennis players such as Billie Jean King , Martina Navratilova and Amelie Mauresmo have discussed being lesbian . The 35-year-old is the sport 's first high-profile name to acknowledge being homosexual . He married his childhood sweetheart in 2007 but they are separated and getting divorced . Gareth Thomas retired from internationals in 2002 as Wales ' most-capped player .
Former international rugby star Thomas of Wales reveals that he is gay . The 35-year-old is the sport 's first high-profile name to acknowledge being homosexual . He married his childhood sweetheart in 2007 but they are separated and getting divorced . Gareth Thomas retired from internationals in 2002 as Wales ' most-capped player .