Wasps …………..13 Harlequins……39
DESPITE a strong defensive performance from Wasps, Quins eased to a comfortable victory.
There was an early try in the corner from Harlequins' winger Jess Breach, but minutes later a penalty allowed Lizzie Goulden to close the gap.
In the next 20 minutes, Harlequins increased their lead with Anna Caplice and Leanne Riley both crossing.
However, a penalty against Harlequins and a yellow card for prop Shaunagh Brown gave Wasps an opportunity to retaliate.
Hannah West flew over with five minutes left in the half and Lizzie Goulden provided the extras to bring the score to 10-17.
The half finished on a high for Wasps with another penalty kick from Goulden, leaving the halftime score at 13-17.
Four minutes into the second half, Harlequins extended their lead, this time their forwards coming through the defensive line and Sarah Beckett scoring the try. Despite an epic defensive performance, notably from Edel McMahon, Quins continued to dominate the half with further tries from Amy Cokayne and Heather Cowell which put the gloss on their performance.
Wasps hope for better next week against Richmond.
