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Burton's Late Score Secures Victory
21 Mar
Summary
- Abi Burton scored a late try to secure a 21-17 victory for Trailfinders.
- Harlequins led late in the game but couldn't hold on for the win.
- Trailfinders moved up the PWR table with this crucial away win.
Abi Burton delivered a match-winning try three minutes from time, securing a thrilling 21-17 Premiership Women's Rugby victory for Trailfinders over Harlequins at The Stoop. The visitors initially took the lead through Tanya Kalounivale, but Harlequins responded before halftime via Connie Powell. Nicole Wythe put Harlequins ahead after the break, but Brooke Bradley quickly equalized for Trailfinders.
Harlequins regained the lead through Beth Wilcock, but a late surge from Trailfinders, including Burton's decisive try, clinched the win. Niamh Gallagher's flawless kicking on the night was crucial. Harlequins, who secured a losing bonus point, have not won at home since late January and now sit fifth in the PWR table, one place and one point behind Trailfinders.
