Wasps and Sarries look a formidable group-stage duo

Pool one verdict

Racing are odds-on to top this section but there have to be doubts about their form and an ageing team still seem to be feeling the effects of a lengthy campagin last season.

The trouble is their three rivals can all take points off each other. Munster are a huge price at 10-1 but although that’s too big they don’t look realistic contenders so Leicester, who remain a formidable force at home, are a tentative alternative pick.

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Leicester 1pt 16-5 BoyleSports