Exeter Rugby struggles continue with loss at Bristol
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 26, 2026, 11:22 AM
Last updated Oct 26, 2026
Exeter Rugby faces a challenging start to the season, suffering a 20-7 defeat against Bristol on October 26, 2026. This loss places Exeter second from bottom in the league after four matches, with their only victory being a bonus-point win over Newcastle. Director of rugby Rob Baxter remains optimistic, emphasizing the need for his players to acknowledge their current standing. Exeter's next match is at home against Harlequins, who recently secured their first win of the season, closing the gap with Exeter to one point.
- •Exeter Rugby lost 20-7 at Bristol on October 26, 2026.
- •They sit second from bottom in the league after four matches.
- •Their only win came against Newcastle earlier this month.
- •Baxter calls for reality check for his players.
- •Exeter faces Harlequins next, who are close in the standings.
- 11:22 AMYahoo Sports — Baxter focuses on 'reality' of Exeter's early form
"Exeter director of rugby Rob Baxter says he is not fazed by the club's difficult start to the season.
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