Richmond too strong in battle of old foes

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■ By DARA KANE

Blackheath ......12pts
Richmond ........45pts
CHAMPIONSHIP side Richmond scored nine tries as they eased past London rivals Blackheath on Friday evening.
The oldest club fixture was resumed after a threeyear break due to Covid-19 and Richmond director of rugby Steve Hill enjoyed reigniting the rivalry and coming up against the side he used to turn out for 35 years ago.
Hill said: “It was the first recognised club fixture and for me it’s always a bit special because Blackheath is where I played post-university and that’s why we always try ...

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