Bristol Bears secure win against Gloucester-Hartpury to close season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 6:01 AM
Last updated Jun 8, 2026
Bristol Bears achieved a 26-21 victory over Gloucester-Hartpury at Kingsholm on June 6. The Bears featured two tries from Reneeqa Bonner, alongside contributions from Sarah Bern and Holly Phillips. Gloucester-Hartpury, already qualified for the semi-finals, opted to rest key England players ahead of their playoff match. The Bears' victory concluded their season in eighth place. Saracens dominated Trailfinders Women 80-14, while Exeter Chiefs defeated Sale Sharks 50-24, both securing their playoff positions. The semi-finals are set for June 8, with Gloucester-Hartpury facing Trailfinders Women and Saracens hosting Exeter Chiefs.
- •Bristol Bears won 26-21 over Gloucester-Hartpury.
- •Reneeqa Bonner scored two tries in the match.
- •Bristol finished the season in eighth place.
- •Gloucester-Hartpury rested players for playoffs.
- •Semi-finals take place on June 8.
- 6:01 AMYahoo Sports — Bristol shock Gloucester-Hartpury to end season on high
"Bristol Bears stun defending Premiership Women's Rugby champions Gloucester-Hartpury with a 26-21 win at Kingsholm on Sunday.
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