Rob Baxter cites focus issues in Exeter's close loss to Harlequins
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 2, 2026, 10:34 AM
Last updated Nov 2, 2026
Exeter's director of rugby Rob Baxter blamed a lack of focus for his team's 31-28 defeat to Harlequins on November 2. The loss marks Exeter's fourth defeat in five matches, leaving them near the bottom of the Premiership standings, just a point above Newcastle. Despite Olly Woodburn's late try, Exeter failed to recover from early mistakes that permitted two quick Harlequins tries. Baxter expressed that individual focus was critical and emphasized the potential for improvement as the team approaches a break for the November internationals, aiming to resurgence with consecutive wins when league play resumes.
- •Exeter lost 31-28 to Harlequins on November 2.
- •The defeat is Exeter's fourth in five league matches this season.
- •Olly Woodburn scored a late try for Exeter.
- •Exeter is currently second from bottom in the Premiership.
- •Baxter speaks on the need for improved individual focus and resilience.
- 10:34 AMYahoo Sports — Individual focus cost Exeter Quins' chance - Baxter
"Exeter director of rugby Rob Baxter says a lack of focus amongst his players was to blame for their 31-28 loss to Harlequins.
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