Argentina prop Rodrigo Roncero believes authorities in his country are wasting the opportunity to elevate the Pumas' standing in world rugby.

The Argentinians performed superbly in last year's World Cup and eventually finished third - prompting calls for them to be handed a place in either the Tri-Nations or RBS 6 Nations tournaments.

But the Stade Francais front row is concerned that little has been heard on the subject in recent months.

"I truly expected things to happen quicker," Roncero, 30, told www.rugbyfun.com.ar.

"Up to now, we haven't achieved anything and things are getting colder and colder.

"We need to be involved in competitions more often and not to just play a World Cup every four years.

"2007 was by far the best sporting year I have had but at the same time it's a challenge to be able to continue it."

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