Fin Smith late try snatches dramatic win for leaders Northampton at Exeter

A last-minute try by England fly-half Fin Smith snatched victory for Northampton Saints over Exeter Chiefs in a thrilling encounter at Sandy Park.

The reverse fixture on the opening day of the season finished 33-33 and this game looked to be heading for another draw when replacement winger Paul Brown-Bampoe scored a charge down try in the 78th minute, converted by Henry Slade.

But Saints were not to be denied and a beautiful dummy by Smith saw him coast over the line to break Chiefs’ hearts and secure a 35-28 win for the Premiership leaders