Saracens start Champions Cup defence under storm clouds
(The Guardian Sports News)

The European champions have a major struggle on their hands heading into Sunday´s opener against Racing 92 in ParisThe Défense Arena is an appropriately named venue for Saracens to start the defence of the European Champions Cup they won after a memorable comeback against Leinster in the final in May at St James´ Park. They launch their campaign against Racing 92 on the defensive after being docked 35 league points and fined £5m for unspecified breaches of the Premiership´s salary cap regulations. Related: The Breakdown | Champions Cup: opening weekend preview and pool-by-pool guide Continue reading...