Saints strengthen grip on top spot
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Bath's long wait for a win over Northampton Saints goes on after the defending Premiership champions strengthened their hold on top spot with a hard-fought 21-13 victory at the Rec.
Olly Woodburn's score and a Tom Homer penalty had opened up an early ten-point lead for second-placed Bath, who were chasing their first win against the Saints since 2011.
But scores from James Wilson and Mike Haywood turned the game on its head before the break as the visitors went into the changing rooms 12-10 in front.
And the boot of Stephen Myler proved vital in keeping the hosts at bay in the seco…
Olly Woodburn's score and a Tom Homer penalty had opened up an early ten-point lead for second-placed Bath, who were chasing their first win against the Saints since 2011.
But scores from James Wilson and Mike Haywood turned the game on its head before the break as the visitors went into the changing rooms 12-10 in front.
And the boot of Stephen Myler proved vital in keeping the hosts at bay in the seco…
