Sexton recovers another three points from a comfortable position when Myler is penalised for an offside infringement. 13-6, ten minutes to go.

Come on Sexdoss you can do it.

Racing currently posted in opposition territory after withstanding a menacing, prolonged Saints attack. But just as they begin to build momentum, Charteris is caught holding on the floor and possession is returned to the visitors.

Racing spot an overlap outwide and look to exploit, but George Pisi reads it a mile off. He shoots out of the defensive line and snaps up an intercept pass. He tears downfield and looks to be clear but suddenly and dramatically crashes to ground, spilling the ball in the process - inches from the whitewash. Hamstring looks to be the issue and he's carried off the field by medics.

Referee's patience is finally exhausted as another scrum crashes to the floor. Brugnaut is deemed the guilty party and is served the long over-due yellow card.

Racing opt for points from 20 metres out but Sexton draws the kick wide of the uprights - Audible relief from the travelling Saint supporters.

Referee stops play as he spots Kruger clutching his eyes on the floor, clearly in anguish. Replay shows a possible eye gouge - Ma'afu the suspect. The TMO is consulted but the footage is deemed inconclusive, and a penalty suffices.

Positive start for the Saints as they narrow the gap to four. They look a more energetic side, dominating the early collisions this half - Van der Merwe a victim of this increased intensity as he's walked off for a concussion test. Charteris fills in.

Oh get over yourselves the ref has a responsibility to keep the game flowing not to blow every penalty just so that Saints can win

George Clancy brings an end to a less-than inspiring half of rugby. Racing look the better outfit though, creating the large majority of scoring opportunities - but frustration for both sides as they struggle to string together phases. Sexton having a huge impact for Racing, showing lots of creativity with the boot and making his fair share of breaks. Second half has plenty of potential if both sides can clean up their acts - Saints in particular!