Finn Russell already in Bath training just days after World Cup exit

Scotland may have crashed out of the World Cup on Saturday, but fly-half Finn Russell is already back on the horse with his new club Bath.

The Scottish talisman was Bath’s big signing over the summer, joining from the Top 14’s Racing 92, and has put the misery of the World Cup behind him by teaming up with his new club at their Farleigh House training ground.

Bath shared a photo of Russell and his Scotland teammate Cameron Redpath clad in boots and their Bath training kit today, presumably in their first session back following their 36-14 loss to Ireland at the Stade de France.

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From France to Farleigh, it’s great to have our Scots home 🔵⚫️⚪️ pic.twitter.com/ClORdUtogN

— Bath Rugby (@BathRugby) October 10, 2023

Russell’s arrival at Bath has been a long time coming, as the move was announced last year. After the deal was announced, the Scot said: “I know players at Bath who speak highly of the environment, and the direction the club is going in is something I want to be a part of.

“I have enjoyed my time at Racing 92 and I have learned a lot. Now is the right time for a new challenge in a new league, with the aim of moving Bath back to the top end of the Premiership and competing for domestic and European titles.”

Bath head coach Johann van Graan added: “Finn is a world-class player who will significantly add to our squad on and off the field. To be able to attract players of Finn’s quality to Bath Rugby is a credit to how far we have come as a club and a group since July. We look forward to welcoming his experience, leadership and expertise.”