Racing goes on, Lyon without shaking
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Nanterre (AFP) – Racing 92 won after a spectacular encounter, with 9 tries scored, against Castres (45-25). The Ile-de-France players confirm with a sixth victory in a row in the Top 14 after their precious successes obtained against the leader in Bordeaux on the last day.
With this victory, Racing overtakes its evening opponents, Castres 5th, in the standings in 4th place.
For its part, Clermont has largely imposed itself on its lawn against Perpignan (52-12). The Auvergnats, authors of 7 tries, give themselves some air in the ranking, and are 9th in the ranking. Perpignan remains in place of barrage, 13th.
Lyon, not really worried, signed a seventh victory in a row at home against Biarritz (34-15), confirming their 2nd place in the standings. Biarritz remains red lantern and relegated to Pro D2.
La Rochelle won a crucial victory for Pau (22-16) in the race for qualifying places for the final stages, thanks in particular to a try scored at the end of the match. La Rochelle is 6th, Pau 10th.
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