Christian Wade, the dynamic winger for Newcastle Red Bulls, stands on the brink of making history in Prem Rugby as he approaches Chris Ashton's all-time try-scoring record. With 100 career tries, Wade is just one try away from equaling Ashton's record of 101, which has remained untouched for over three years.

In his last match against Exeter Chiefs, Wade scored a remarkable hat-trick, becoming only the second player in the league's history to reach the century mark. As Newcastle prepares to face Sale Sharks on Friday night at 19:45 BST, Wade has a golden opportunity to not only match but surpass the record.

Wade reflects on his journey:

• Scored his first Prem try for Wasps in May 2011.
• Finished as the league's leading try-scorer in three different seasons: 2012-13, 2016-17, and 2017-18.
• Spent six years away from rugby, including a stint with the Buffalo Bills in the NFL and a spell in France with Racing 92.
• Returned to the Premiership with Gloucester, adding 11 tries to his tally.

Despite the looming record, Wade maintains a team-first mentality, stating, "I sometimes feel the record is more important to other people than it is to me. My main focus is being in that system and executing what we're trying to do."

At 35 years old, Wade's speed and agility continue to make him a formidable force on the field, a testament to his dedication to physical fitness and adaptability. He credits former teammate Riki Flutey for guiding him to invest in his off-field training, a strategy that has paid off throughout his illustrious career.