Exeter Chiefs secure 45-21 victory over Bristol in cup opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 9:20 AM
Last updated Sep 14, 2026
Exeter Chiefs won their first competitive game of the season, defeating Bristol 45-21 in the Prem Rugby Cup at Sandy Park. Olly Woodburn's early hat-trick helped establish a 17-point lead for Exeter, which Bristol trimmed to 10 points by halftime. The Chiefs responded with two tries in the second half, despite facing a sin-bin period. Head coach Rob Baxter expressed satisfaction with the team's performance under pressure, noting areas for improvement.
- •Exeter Chiefs lead 17-7 at halftime against Bristol.
- •Olly Woodburn scored a hat-trick in a strong first half.
- •Kane James and Ethan Roots added tries after the break.
- •Exeter faced a sin-bin but did not concede points during that period.
- •Rob Baxter praised the team's effort and attitude throughout the match.
- 9:20 AMYahoo Sports — Baxter impressed with Exeter's opening cup victory
"Exeter boss Rob Baxter was impressed with how his side dealt with "pressure moments" in their Prem Rugby Cup win over Bristol.
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