Championship clubs have welcomed the approval of promotion to the Gallagher Premiership as a "new era" for the professional game in England.
Northampton broke numerous records as they battered Gloucester 90-0 in the Gallagher Premiership.
The Rugby Football Union has given Billy Vunipola a formal warning following his drunken arrest in Mallorca.
Billy Vunipola says he has a problem "knowing when to stop" as he explained the circumstances behind his drunken arrest in Majorca.
Billy Vunipola will face no further action from Saracens after being fined €240 (£205) following an incident in Mallorca.
Maro Itoje will remain available at a key stage of the Premiership season after the Saracens lock saw his citing for a dangerous tackle dismissed.
Reigning champions Saracens put one foot in the Gallagher Premiership play-offs after Owen Farrell's late penalty sunk title rivals Bath 15-12 at the Recreation Ground.
Maro Itoje and Jamie George have yet to be offered finalised hybrid contracts by England, with Saracens boss Mark McCall hoping for a speedy resolution.
Northampton marched to a 40-17 Premiership bonus-point win over 14-man Leicester as they reinforced their status as table toppers on derby day.
It's been eight years since the Premiership had more than three clubs make it to the Champions Cup quarter-finals, but there remain six in play this season.
Northampton showed why they are top of the Gallagher Premiership, beating champions Saracens 41-30, while Leicester held off Newcastle in a dramatic 19-13 victory.
Owen Farrell said he still felt the sting of social media abuse during the Rugby World Cup, even after deleting his accounts.
England international Elliot Daly has signed a new two-year contract with Saracens until the end of the 2025/26 season.
Maro Itoje will remain available for England selection after committing his future to Saracens with a new contract.
All of the details from Saturday's three Gallagher Premiership matches as Northampton, Bristol and Saracens all won.
Racing 92 have confirmed the signing of Owen Farrell on a two-year contract.
Steve Borthwick tells Sky Sports captain Jamie George signing the first RFU hybrid-contract is 'a big statement' as far as England retaining their best players.
Stuart Lancaster has confirmed Racing 92 are interested in recruiting Owen Farrell from Saracens but no deal is yet done.
Saracens boss Mark McCall says "everybody would want" Owen Farrell in their side, with Racing 92 believed to be in talks to sign the England captain.
Racing 92 are in talks to sign England captain Owen Farrell, but have denied an agreement has been reached.
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