By TOM JEFFREYS

Exeter extended an eight-point lead at the helm of the table after a 38-29 win over Cardiff, whilst Nottingham remain bottom after losing to Leeds Beckett.
Reigning champions Exeter remain the only unbeaten side in the league, and their maul continues to dominate.
For the second week running, their front row contributed three tries, with hooker Louie Gulley grabbing a brace and prop Christian Freeman also dotting down.
Another try from winger Edward Volley and a brace from full-back Benjy Joseland exemplified the diversity of Exeter’s try threat, and the sturdy boot of Charl...