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Gregor Townsend Defends Red Bull Advisory Role, Names 45-Man Scotland Squad

He says the non-executive post will take up to 30 days a year, not his focus during Scotland duty.

Overview

  • Townsend said the Red Bull brief covers work on the company’s global rugby strategy for up to 30 days annually.
  • He described the role as energising and acknowledged it will mean fewer holidays over the next couple of years.
  • Scottish Rugby has been informed of the arrangement, and Townsend said he will report any potential conflicts to his bosses.
  • He announced a 45-man group for next month’s Murrayfield Tests against the United States, New Zealand, Argentina and Tonga.
  • Townsend said Jack Dempsey is fit after a long layoff, with hopes Zander Fagerson and Rory Darge will be in contention for the All Blacks match.