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That’s one that got away, says Gloucester chief Boyd

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…

By The Rugby Paper Team · The Rugby Paper

Published: Sunday, 18 October 2026 at 2:59 AM

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Gloucester technical director Chris Boyd said a 36-36 draw against Bordeaux Begles felt like a missed victory.
Gloucester led 36-29 after replacement Will Trenholm scored two tries midway through the second half.
Bordeaux winger Louis Bielle-Biarrey scored his second try to tie the game at Kingsholm.

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Gloucester technical director Chris Boyd expressed disappointment after his side played out a thrilling 36-36 draw against European champions Bordeaux Begles at Kingsholm. Despite holding the continental holders to a tie in the opening round, Boyd lamented missing an opportunity to claim a famous victory.

Gloucester had led 36-29 midway through the second half following two tries from replacement Will Trenholm. However, Bordeaux winger Louis Bielle-Biarrey crossed for his second try of the match to level the scores and earn a share of the points.

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That’s one that got away, says Gloucester chief Boyd

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