Commercial director behind 100m deal resigns in latest setback to RFU
Briefly

The Rugby Football Union faces ongoing turmoil as commercial director Stuart Ramsey announces his resignation, just months after chair Tom Ilube left amid an executive pay dispute. Ramsey, responsible for major partnerships including a £100m naming rights deal for Twickenham, is departing to pursue personal projects in triathlon. His exit comes as chief executive Bill Sweeney is pressured to resign after receiving a £358,000 bonus, sparking backlash from over 150 member clubs amid reported losses of £37.9m. This situation intensifies the scrutiny and challenges facing the RFU leadership.
Stuart Ramsey, the RFU's commercial director, will leave for a new role in triathlon, following the resignation of the chair amid an executive pay controversy.
Ramsey's departure further compounds the RFU's challenges, particularly with chief executive Bill Sweeney also facing pressure over a hefty bonus amidst financial losses.
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