WASPS head coach Lee Blackett admitted that the better side lost as he reflected: “Exeter were the far better team for 75 minutes. Physically we were second best for a long time. The game changed with five minutes to go. They had the try disallowed and that was the moment.
“The guys who came off our bench provided great energy. We had a brilliant attitude, were a credit to our fitness team and we’re absolutely delighted with the result – but there is a lot to improve.
“They had a physical edge and the frustrating thing was not taking our opportunities. For large parts of the match ...