London - Northampton went 13 points clear at the top of the English Premiership with a 17-13 win over Harlequins on Friday.
Tries from Samu Manoa, James Wilson and Tom Wood gave Northampton the victory as they eventually wore down the ninth placed visitors, who took a point thanks to Marland Yarde's try with the last play of the game.
Former All Black Nick Evans calmly gave Harlequins the lead with a penalty in the 27th minute, but Northampton did not wait long to hit back.