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Age: 44 Grew up in a small town in Carmarthenshire. Came out publicly as gay in 2007. He had previously attempted suicide after struggling with his sexuality. Has overseen three Heineken Cup finals and two Amlin finals, and has more caps than any other referee in European competitions. Appointed an international referee in 2005. His first match was Ireland v Japan. He is widely regarded as one of the best referees in international rugby. Best quote: [to Stuart Hogg in Pool B game Scotland v South Africa at St James' Park] "There was nothing wrong with [the tackle]. If you want to dive like that again, come back here in two weeks and play, not today