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The Guardian· 2026-10-02 21:31 UTC ☆

Bath go top with Finn Russell to the fore in thrilling derby victory against Exeter

Prem Rugby: Bath 40-34 Exeter Hosts made to fight all the way in 11-try thriller Bath went to the top of the Prem after beating Exeter Chiefs in a pulsating West Country derby at the Rec but they were made to fight all the way in an 11-try thriller. Exeter trailed 26-10 at the interval but rallied…

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Prem Rugby: Bath 40-34 Exeter Hosts made to fight all the way in 11-try thriller Bath went to the top of the Prem after beating Exeter Chiefs in a pulsating West Country derby at the Rec but they were made to fight all the way in an 11-try thriller. — The Guardian

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