Exeter Defeats Harlequins 38-0 as Slade Stars in Premiership Clash

Exeter Chiefs dominated Harlequins in a commanding 38-0 victory at Sandy Park, with Henry Slade delivering a standout performance by scoring two tries and contributing 23 points through a combination of tries, conversions, and a penalty. Slade's playmaking included setting up a try for Immanuel Feyi-Waboso and scoring a second try late in the game, underscoring his England credentials ahead of the autumn internationals. Exeter controlled the match from start to finish, capitalizing on difficult windy and wet conditions to maintain territorial advantage and stifle Harlequins' offense. Despite injuries to Exeter players and difficult weather, the Chiefs showcased strong defense and effective kicking, while Harlequins struggled with handling errors and failed to score for the first time in nearly two years. The win pushed Exeter to fourth place in the Premiership table, highlighting their resurgence, while Harlequins remain near the bottom with just one win early in the season. Debuts for Australian internationals Len Ikitau and Tom Hooper added further positive notes for Exeter in this one-sided contest.