Prince William Duke of Cambridge comes out in support of Gareth Thomas after HIV news
Daily MailPrince William has praised 'courageous' Welsh rugby legend Gareth Thomas after he became the first major British sport star to come out as HIV-positive yesterday. Prince William has praised 'courageous' Welsh rugby legend Gareth Thomas after he became the first major British sport star to come out as HIV-positive yesterday Prince William tweeted his support through the Kensington Palace official account Thomas is today taking part in the Wales Ironman competition in Tenby. He is pictured emerging from the water this morning after completing the gruelling 2.3-mile swim The 45-year-old says he is 'fitter than when he was playing rugby', which was before his HIV diagnosis The 45-year-old is pictured on his bike this morning after completing a 2.3-mile swim Thomas is pictured today on his bike as part of the Wales Ironman challenge in Tenby The rugby legend last night revealed he has been living with HIV 'for years'. HIV and sexual health charity Terrence Higgins Trust said in a statement: 'Gareth Thomas has spoken publicly about living with HIV for the very first time ahead of taking on the Ironman Wales challenge.