By Paul Rees
Newcastle Falcons finally brought their 25-match losing run to an end with a victory in their battle of the basement against Exeter on Friday night.
Two tries from Jamie Blamire, one from Philip van der Walt and two conversions and a drop goal from Ethan Grayson proved enough for Steve Diamond’s side.
Exeter, without a league win in five so far this season, remain above Newcastle in the table thanks to bonus points earned.
Director of rugby Diamond said: “I’m delighted to get the monkey off the club’s back from the longest run of losses, but I can’t do anything about that, I’...
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