Heartbreak for Ronan O'Gara as La Rochelle defeated by Toulouse in Champions Cup final

La Rochelle had been up against it for much of the game after their powerhouse centre Levani Botia had been sent off on 28 minutes for a high hit on Maxime Medard but head coach O’Gara’s men made Toulouse fight every inch of the way.

FIVE STAR: Toulouse players celebrate at the final whistle of this afternoon's Champions Cup final.  PHOTO: David Davies/PA Wire.

Heineken Champions Cup final

La Rochelle 17