Newcastle ended their 25-match losing streak by defeating Exeter 24-18 in the English Premiership on Friday, registering a first win since March 2023.
Despite falling behind to an early Exeter try from Immanuel Feyi-Waboso, Newcastle responded with tries from Philip van der Walt and two either side of the break from Jamie Blamire.
Ethan Grayson's second-half drop goal gave Newcastle some breathing space before Josh Hodge scored a late try for Exeter.
Northampton bounced back from defeat to Leicester last weekend by routing Sale 47-17 with Ollie Sleightholme scoring two of their seven tries.
Six of the tries came in the first half as Saints racked up an 18th consecutive home victory.
