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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Anthony Brown

Gregor Townsend vehemently defends controversial second job with Red Bull

Gregor Townsend is not just Scotland head coach but also working for Red Bull -

Gregor Townsend insists his contentious decision to take on a new advisory role with Red Bull will not have any negative bearing on his ability to continue leading Scotland.

After extending his contract with the national team in September until the 2027 World Cup, it emerged earlier this month that the long-serving head coach will be spending 30 days a year working on Red Bull’s global rugby strategy in a non-executive position.

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