Prem Rugby: Ten-try Northampton Saints outclass Harlequins to go top

Prem Rugby: Ten-try Northampton Saints outclass Harlequins to go top

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Key Points:

  • Alex Coles scored a hat-trick as Northampton Saints dominated Harlequins with a 10-try performance, reclaiming the top spot in the Premiership table.
  • Northampton Saints scored five tries in the first half alone, with key contributions from Danilo Fischetti, Alex Mitchell, and Tommy Freeman, building a strong lead.
  • Harlequins managed to respond with tries from Cassius Cleaves and Alex Dombrandt, but Saints extended their lead in the second half with further scores from Coles, Edoardo Todaro, and Fin Smith.
  • Saints captain Fraser Dingwall suffered a neck injury and was carried off the field, but was reported to be up and smiling after treatment, with medics taking