By Canadian Press

Beaumont re-elected as World Rugby chairman, beats Pichot

May 2, 2020 | 9:11 AM

Former England captain Bill Beaumont has been re-elected as World Rugby chairman on Saturday after beating Agustín Pichot, the current vice-chairman.

The sport’s governing body says the 68-year-old Beaumont achieved a first-round majority of 28 votes to 23.

Canada was one of the nations that voted in support of Beaumont.

“I am honoured to accept the mandate of the World Rugby Council to serve as the international federation’s chairman once again,” said Beaumont.

He begins his four-year term after a council meeting on May 12.

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