By BRENDAN GALLAGHER

HARLEQUINS hasn’t been a happy hunting ground for Saracens in recent seasons but they dug deep to grind this win out against a Quins side that refused to capitulate despite struggling for possession all night.
It was a mighty defensive effort from Quins but eventually Sarries overpowered their London neighbours. Saracens will be pleased with their six out of six start to the season, Quins coach Paul Gustard will be encouraged by his team’s grit in restricting Saracens to just one try.
Marcus Smith struck first for Quins with a 41m penalty but that was foll...