Ardie Savea, World Rugby Men's 15s Player of the Year in partnership with Mastercard

"It's very special. Very blessed and grateful to be up here. I guess for an individual to stand out it's based on the foundation of the team. A massive shout-out to Foz (Ian Foster), skip (captain, Sam Cane) and my brothers this year and the last couple of years, and the journey we've been through.

"I wouldn't say I'm in the same category as those guys (previous winners of the award from New Zealand) - they're legends, but I just try and go out there, fulfil the black jersey and give my best. That's all I can do and I have 14 other brothers next to me doing the same thing. 

"What this team has been through not only this year but the past couple of years under Foz has been very special and we would have loved the fairy tale ending last night. It wasn't meant to be but it's a special group of men and I'm so blessed to be able to represent the All Blacks."

Andy Farrell (Ireland), World Rugby Coach of the Year 2023

"I would like to thank World Rugby for this recognition and congratulate the other nominees for their efforts this year. Coaching is a demanding and hugely rewarding profession, with many highs and lows, and in accepting this award, I would like to pay tribute to the players and wider coaching and support staff who work tirelessly to bring success to Irish rugby. I am incredibly proud to work with such a talented and committed group. This award is recognition for all those involved in Irish rugby and our incredible supporters who travel near and far to support us. I am honoured to accept this award on their behalf."

Mark Tele'a (New Zealand), World Rugby Men's Breakthrough Player of the Year in partnership with Tudor

"First of all it's a huge honour to receive this award. I want to say thank you to Fozzy (Ian Foster) and my team mates, I'm truly grateful to be part of this team. 

"To my teammates, they put me in the right parts of the field to beat defenders and I guess that's how I do what I do. 

"Summing up this year, it's just been about taking the opportunity with two hands and keep going with it."

Rodrigo Isgro, World Rugby Men’s Sevens Player of the Year in partnership with HSBC

“First of all, thank you all very much. I also want to congratulate Leroy (Carter) and Akuila (Rokolisoa) for the incredible year they've had. It's always a challenge to play against them. I also want to congratulate Mone (Marcos Moneta). It's a pleasure to share this nomination with him. Thanks to World Rugby for this amazing night and for the recognition”.

Tyla Nathan-Wong, World Rugby Women's Sevens Player of the Year in partnership with HSBC

"I'm a little speechless at the moment, the three other nominees are all world-class players. Any one of them could have been up here in this position and I'm just extremely honoured and blessed to be named World Rugby Sevens Player of the Year.

"At the end of the day it's a team sport and my team allow me to do my job out there."