LONDON - Marcus Smith slotted a last-minute drop goal as England ended Ireland’s double Grand Slam dream with an exhilarating 23-22 win on March 9 in a brilliant attacking display that sent the Six Nations championship race to the final round.

After Scotland’s shock loss to Italy, Ireland knew victory would give them the title and set them up for back to back Grand Slams and they looked on course leading 12-8 at halftime despite being on the back foot for most of the first period.