Even in victory, Saracens defeat still stuck in Leinster minds

James Lowe described Leinster’s comeback from their Heineken Champions Cup final defeat to Guinness PRO14 champions as “a mourning process” such was the devastation felt after losing to Saracens.

Four-time European champions Leinster had been rocked by their first final loss when Saracens powered to their third title in four years with a 20-10 victory at St James’ Park.