Servat was regarded as one of the top hookers in the world in the late 2000's, culminating in 2010 Grand Slam & European Cup wins.

Born in Saint-Gaudens in the Haute-Garonne département of France, Servat began his rugby career at his local club, Mazères-Cassagne.

That year, France won the Six Nations Grand Slam, by beating every other team in the competition, with Servat playing in every game.

Servat was a playing member of the French 2011 Rugby World Cup squad that eventually lost 8-7 to hosts New Zealand in the final.

The position was opened up when incumbent Yannick Bru agreed to join the staff of the France national team under Philippe Saint-André after the 2011–12 season.