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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Harry Latham-Coyle

Red Bull completes takeover of Newcastle as new club name revealed

Energy drink giant Red Bull has completed a takeover deal for Prem Rugby club Newcastle Falcons that will see the struggling side rebranded as the Newcastle Red Bulls.

The Kingston Park club will compete in the English top tier under their new name from next season onwards after the announcement of a long-rumoured deal that brings fresh investment to rugby in the North East.

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