“Concealing” – Rugby star Gareth Thomas being sued by ex-partner – RUCK.co.uk

Wales legend Gareth Thomas being sued in Britain’s High Court for allegedly “deceptively” transmitting HIV to a former partner.

The 48-year-old has been accused by Ian Baum of hiding his HIV status when they were a couple then and “failing to take reasonable care” to ensure that he did not pass on the infection.

By law, HIV carriers can be charged with grievous bodily harm if they fail to declare their status to potential sexual partners and pass on the infection.

The claim, which will be heard at the high court, is for at least £150,000 in damages, though could be higher for ‘serious physical and psychological injury’.

Thomas is expected to vigorously defend the case. Read the entire story in The Times.

Gareth Thomas, the former rugby star hailed as a gay sporting pioneer, is being sued in the High Court for allegedly “deceptively” transmitting HIV to a former partner https://t.co/yAeNc21b0I

— The Times and The Sunday Times (@thetimes) August 6, 2022

5 ‘out and proud’ rugby players

In honour of Pride month, RUCK wanted to celebrate five out and proud rugby stars. Their focus? How we can collectively align to take action that drives change on and off the pitch.

1. Nigel Owens

All fans, players, and anyone who knows anything about rugby will know the name, Nigel Owens. Besides having the record for most test matches refereed, Owens has earned a reputation as one of the top rugby referees around the world.

The Welshman is also a TV personality and a devoted activist for the LGBT cause, winning “Gay Sports Personality of the Decade” at the Stonewall awards ceremony in London back in 2015.

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Referee, Nigel Owens during the Heineken Champions Cup Final Match between Exeter Chiefs and Racing 92 at Ashton Gate, Bristol on the 17 Oct. PHOTO: Phil Mingo/PPAUK

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