Leinster keep excellent in Champions Cup as Quins e-book last-16 berth

Leinster claimed a fourth successive win within the Champions Cup on Saturday, a 36-10 victory over Racing 92 securing high seeding within the final 16.

The four-time European champions scored 5 second-half tries via Hugo Keenan, who crossed twice, Josh van der Flier, Jimmy O’Brien and captain Garry Ringrose within the final minute.

Janick Tarrit and Christian Wade scored tries for the French aspect who have been eradicated from the event.

Harlequins held off Sharks to qualify for the knock-out rounds.

Harlequins gained 39-29 to qualify whereas the Sharks collected a late attempt bonus level that ought to give them a house tie in Durban.

Danny Care celebrated his 350th look for Quins with a attempt to there have been additionally scores for Alex Dombrandt, Cadan Murley, Stephan Lewies and Nick David.

Quins led 21-8 within the first 20 minutes alone in opposition to a group that includes South Africa stars corresponding to Siya Kolisi and Eben Etzebeth.

Large lock Etzebeth scored a memorable attempt for the Sharks by robbing the ball at a scrum earlier than sprinting the size of the pitch to attain.

Lukhanyo Am, Aphelele Fassi and scrum-half Jaden Hendrikse additionally scored for the Sharks.

“This win feels actually good for various causes,” stated Harlequins boss Tabai Matson.

“It has been 5 weeks since we have gained so to be again within the successful circle, enjoying in a way we’re actually pleased with and delivering a very good efficiency with 5 tries. It is an amazing feeling.”

Defending champions La Rochelle accomplished a sweep of their 4 group video games as they gained 31-13 over 13-man Northampton to safe a house tie within the subsequent spherical.

Levani Botia scored the opening attempt to the French group added 4 extra via Quentin Lespiaucq (two), Gregory Alldritt and UJ Seuteni.

Tom James scored the only real attempt for the house group who ended with 13 males Lukhan Salakaia-Loto was despatched off within the final minute for throwing an elbow.

Saints ended the group stage with 4 defeats and a solitary level.

Hooker George McGuigan scored two tries as Gloucester additionally made the final 16 with a 26-17 victory over Bordeaux-Begles in France.

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