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Chris Robshaw, who will leave Harlequins for San Diego Legion ahead of next year’s Major League Rugby season, has spoken to the media on why he’s making the move, and what it means for him. Robert Rees brings you the latest from The Stoop. A home return not ruled out… “It’s been in my mind […] READ MORE
A recent study, ignited by Harlequins and Australia’s Monash University, looking at the reasoning behind homophobic language has been examined in what is believed to be a first of its kind in the UK. The findings will be used to develop effective, evidence-based programmes to stop the use of slurs and derogatory jokes about gay […] READ MORE
Gloucester paved the path another yard towards the playoffs with a bonus point victory over Harlequins. A dominant forward battle backed up with some silky backline moves set the tone for the visitors who never looked back. Gloucester triumphant in physically dominant display Harlequins started brightly under the sun at The Stoop. Some good wide […] READ MORE
With Ruan Ackermann open to England selection from next season, the Gloucester player spoke about the opportunity of being capped by two nations. Ahead of the Harlequins challenge this Sunday, Ruan Ackermann spoke of his eligibility, Premiership Rugby and (by chance) his favourite position to play also came up, when he spoke to the media […] READ MORE
Danny Care was the difference as he created all three Harlequins tries, the third and final one sending Tim Visser over in the final minute to condemn Saracens to their worst losing run since 2010. Strange to think that Care is effectively England’s second choice scrum-half, hard to think that will remain if he continues […] READ MORE
The question most fans had was ‘whether La Rochelle could travel as well as they could host?’. So their bonus point 34-27 win in the English capital answered that, as La Rochelle shine in the Champions Cup competition. Currently legitimising last season’s breakthrough brilliance, by winning five of their opening seven games in French Top […] READ MORE
Harlequin’s season was dealt a significant blow last week with the 7-week ban for Kyle Sinckler who was found guilty of making illegal contact with the eye or eye area of another player. The ban adds further pressure on to Director of Rugby John Kingston and his coaching staff as another of their front-line players […] READ MORE
Gloucester failed to match the hype of last Friday’s success over Exeter as Harlequins secured their first win of the campaign without getting out of third gear. On a landmark day for Mike Brown, the Quins fullback surpassed Nick Easter’s appearance record for the London club, he helped his side to three tries at the […] READ MORE
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