Leicester moved to the top of the PREM table with a bonus-point 22-16 victory over Bristol at Ashton Gate in an error-ridden game.
Leicester Tigers' dominant second-half performance earned them an impressive 28-7 victory over defending champions Northampton Saints.
Wales back-rower Aaron Wainwright scored his first try for Leicester Tigers as they defeated Gloucester 38-31 in a forward-dominated contest in the Gallagher Prem watched by The Duke of Sussex, Prince Harry.
Wales wing Louis Rees-Zammit played a starring role as Bristol posted an early-season statement.
Ahead of Saturday's Northampton Saints vs Exeter Chiefs Prem Rugby final at Twickenham, Chan Celaria looks back at the greatest witnessed so far...
Northampton claimed East Midlands bragging rights and a place in the Gallagher Prem final after eventually subduing Leicester in a thrilling 45-31 victory at Franklin's Gardens.
Bath secured home advantage in the Gallagher Prem play-offs after beating Leicester 24-22 at a rainswept Recreation Ground.
Olly Woodburn scored two tries as Exeter pulled off a stunning 35-26 victory in a pulsating contest as Leicester missed the chance to climb to second in the Gallagher Prem table.
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