Bristol’s Tom Varndell breaks try-scoring record in defeat against Harlequins

Bristol 8-42 Harlequins; Bath 32-30 Northampton; Sale 26-24 NewcastleBristol’s Tom Varndell became the Premiership’s all-time top try scorer on Friday night as he touched down for the 91st time, putting him clear of Mark Cueto’s 90.Varndell had been waiting to break the record since New Year’s Day, when he had equalled Cueto’s mark. But the milestone was likely of little consolation to the 31-year-old as his side fell to an 42-8 defeat by Harlequins at Ashton Gate. He also sustained a knock in scoring and had to leave the field immediately afterwards. Continue reading...