Earlier, defending champion Neil Robertson crashed out after a 4-2 defeat in his final group match against Stephen Lee, Joe Perry beat Joe Swail 4-2 to finish runner-up in their group.

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When Lou Reed dropped out of this year's lineup, it meant only 77-year-old reggae producer Lee "Scratch" Perry was left to represent boomer-era music.

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The hosts led 17-8 at the break thanks to two Joe Maddock tries, with Bristol's try coming when Lee Robinson gathered a Shaun Perry chip ahead.

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This year's pilot roster includes Ted Danson, Tina Fey, Calista Flockhart, Elton John, Spike Lee, John Lithgow, Amanda Peet, Matthew Perry and James Woods, none of whom come cheap.

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