
Bielle-Biarrey hat-trick denies Bristol top spot
Bristol Bears miss out on top spot in their Champions Cup pool as Louis Bielle-Biarrey’s hat-trick gives defending champions Bordeaux victory at Ashton Gate.
SUNDAY, 18 JANUARY 2026, 17:31

Bristol Bears miss out on top spot in their Champions Cup pool as Louis Bielle-Biarrey’s hat-trick gives defending champions Bordeaux victory at Ashton Gate.

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