By SAM JACKSON

GLOUCESTER held the back-to-back champions of Europe Bordeaux Begles to a thrilling 36-36 draw at Kingsholm in the opening round but technical director Chris Boyd says the over-riding emotion is disappointment.
Bordeaux had looked in danger of a first loss in the competition since a quarter-final defeat by Harlequins in April 2024 when they trailed 36-29 after Gloucester replacement Will Trenholm crossed twice midway through the second half.
But French superstar winger Louis Bielle-Biarrey replied with his second try of the game to claim a share of the spoils. “It&...