He worked in the communications department of Rugby World Cup 2007, and at the conclusion of the tournament, in front of a galaxy of rugby stars, was awarded the prestigious IRB "Spirit of Rugby Award" for his strength in pursuing his passion of rugby despite physical disadvantages. He repeated his Rugby News Service role in the international stage during the Rugby World Cup 2011 held in New Zealand, the Rugby World Cup 2015 in England and the Rugby World Cup 2019 in Japan.