Bristol Bears Beat Harlequins 48-24 in Finale

In a high-energy match at Twickenham Stoop, Bristol Bears decisively defeated Harlequins 48-24 in Joe Marler's farewell game, preventing a fairytale send-off for the club legend. The Bears' impressive performance featured six tries from Kalaveti Ravouvou, Gabriel Ibitoye, Kieran Marmion, Viliame Mata, Bernhard Janse van Rensburg, and Santiago Grondona, while AJ MacGinty contributed 18 points with his kicking. The first half was a thrilling contest that ended 21-17 in favor of the Bears, with Harlequins responding with tries from Alex Dombrandt, Cadan Murley, and Luke Northmore. However, Bristol pulled away in the second half, showcasing their attacking prowess and solidifying their position at the top of the Premiership. Harlequins managed to earn a bonus point with a late try from Tyrone Green but ultimately fell short in their bid to honor Marler with a victory. The match highlighted the Bears' formidable form as they continued their strong start to the season.