Ben Cohen won the Rugby World Cup with England in 2003 Rugby World Cup winning England back Ben Cohen is retiring from rugby to focus on his anti-homophobia and bullying foundation. The straight, married 32-year-old father who is regarded as a 'gay pin up' in the UK has started the Ben Cohen Stand Up Foundation, which he will now concentrate on full time. "I would never have imagined my career was going to move in this direction after my rugby career, but here we are - it's happening. “I have reached the top in my sport. It has been an incredible journey and has put me in the privileged position I am in today to be able to work on these exciting new projects through the Stand Up Brand," he says. Cohen was released by the Sale Sharks, despite being their player of the season. He has batted away offers to play for other clubs in England and France.
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First published: Tuesday, 17th May 2011 - 9:28am