WARREN ABRAHAMS has sadly died aged 43.
The former Wales women’s rugby head coach passed away while at a tournament in Kenya.
Abrahams took charge of Wales in 2020, spending nine months in the role.
He had since worked with Belgium’s national women’s team, and had been with their 7s team at a tournament in Kenya when he died.
Following the South African-born coach’s death, Belgium Rugby wrote in a statement: “Belgium rugby is mourning the sudden loss of BelSevens coach Warren Abrahams.
“Warren was in Kenya with the Belgian women’s sevens team for the Safari 7’s tournament when he passed away.
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“Following this event, the team have withdrawn from the tournament with immediate effect.
“All efforts are being made to support the players and staff in the best possible way.
“The team has returned to Belgium already, and will continue to receive psychological support to help them process this personal loss.”
The Belgian Rugby Federation went on to add: “Warren was so much more than a coach, he was a mentor, a leader and above all, a kind and generous human being.
“His smile, wisdom and calm strength he brought ton the team will never be forgotten.”
Welsh Rugby Union added: “Our sincerest condolences to the family and friends of Warren Abrahams from everyone in Welsh rugby.”
Abrahams spent eights years coaching within Harlequins’ academy between 2011 and 2019.
While he also held rugby sevens coaching roles with England’s men’s team and the United States’ women’s team.
Paying further tribute, Quins added: “Everyone at Harlequins is deeply shocked and saddened by the sudden passing of former Academy Coach, Warren Abrahams.
“Warren made an enduring impact on the club during his time with the academy from 2011 to 2019.
“His passion, leadership and commitment to developing players were felt not only at Harlequins, but throughout the wider rugby world during his distinguished career.”
“Our thoughts and heartfelt condolences are with Warren’s family, friends and loved ones at this incredibly difficult time.”
