RUGBY SHORTS

BATH have signed former England Sevens forward Richard de Carpentier on a deal until the end of the season.The 31-year-old spent pre-season on trial at the Rec, and will play either lock or back row.De Carpentier played 200 times for England 7s and made three Premiership appearances for Quins last season.He said: “I’m excited to see where the club is going and there are some exciting coaches and players here.”

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