Bristol consolidate Premiership lead as Exeter bounce back
Issued on:
17/04/2021 - 22:09
Bristol's director of rugby Pat Lam was delighted with a 34-17 win at Newcastle ROMAIN PERROCHEAU AFP
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London (AFP)
English Premiership leaders Bristol retained their 12-point advantage at the summit going into next weekend's clash with second-placed Exeter with a scintillating attacking display to beat Newcastle 34-17 at Kingston Park on Saturday.
Max Malins' brace was added to by tries from Jake Heenan, Luke Morahan and Ben Earl as Pat Lam's side overcame a slow start to inflict a fifth straight defeat on Newcastle.
"To come up here and get five points in the context of this season is absolutely massive," said Bristol director of rugby Pat Lam.