Americas Rugby News Rugby news from across the Americas!
Agustín Pichot has officially started his mandate as World Rugby Vice-Chairman today. The former Pumas captain was unanimously elected into the role in May.
Pinchot will now be second in command to Bill Beaumont who is leaving behind the RFU to be World Rugby Chairman. Together Beaumont and Pichot are committed to enhancing the global calendar for players, fans and commercial partners, prioritising player welfare advances and fostering strong, sustainable national member unions.
As a player Pichot appeared in four Rugby World Cups, reaching the Semi Finals in 2007.That same year he became the first foreigner to captain a team to the Top 14 title, doing so with Stade Français.
Pichot has been a driving force behind the rugby development of Argentina and South America on and off the field. Achievements include the Rugby Championship inclusion, Americas Rugby Championship establishment and the introduction of an Argentinian team in Super Rugby.
He said: “I look forward to working alongside Bill to progress our plans to deliver sustainable growth for all, promote inclusivity and equality to ensure that rugby is equipped to convert the great opportunities that we have in front of us, while showing strength to address any challenges.”
Courtesy of World Rugby
