TOM HOOPER EXTENDS EXETER CONTRACT BEFORE AUSTRALIA RETURN

Tom Hooper has extended his contract with Exeter Chiefs by one additional season. The Australia flanker agreed the new terms before committing to a return to Super Rugby. Hooper will complete his extended period at the Premiership club before moving back to Australian rugby.

Hooper joined Exeter from Australian rugby and established himself as a regular in the club's back row. His decision to extend his stay at the Devon club comes ahead of his planned departure to Super Rugby. The exact timing of his return to Australia and which Super Rugby club he will join have not been disclosed.

The extension represents Hooper's continued commitment to Exeter whilst keeping his Super Rugby pathway secured. The arrangement allows the club to retain the flanker for an additional campaign in the Premiership. Hooper's return to Australian rugby marks the next stage of his career after his spell in English rugby.