In 2010 he competed on the global stage for the first time. Running as a senior, he was Belgium's only entrant at the 2010 IAAF World Cross Country Championships and he was 94th overall. He also represented Belgium at the European Cup 10000m, placing 14th in his race. In the winter cross country season, he reached the podium at the Warandeloop and CrossCup Mol races. He suffered an injury prior to the 2010 European Cross Country Championships, where he went on to finish 54th.