While the Champions League and Premier League are enjoying thrilling crescendos, our relegation-free rugby season is dribbling to a dull and dour finale. Here's how the lack of jeopardy hurts the sport, writes ALEX BYWATER

Дата публикации: 07-05-2026 16:00:46

There was desperation in my wife's voice as I turned on the football again on Wednesday night. 'There is a LOT of it on at the moment,' she said. 'I know,' I responded, 'but it's SO good at the moment.'

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