Two late tries helped Clonstarf bounce back from last weeks defeat to Belfast as they beat Galwegians 34-16 at Crowley Park this afternoon.
The homeside were in touch for most of the game but a try each from James Downey and Daire Higgins in the space of three minutes put an end to Galwegians' hopes of inflicting Clontarf's third league defeat.
Clontarf stay top, one point ahead of Ballymena who recorded a resounding victory over bottom side Terenure, as they won by 70 points to nil.
Belfast Harlequins built on their win over Clontarf, beating an under strength Cork Constitution by 27-21.
Con were forced to field three of their under-20 side but were unlucky not to come out of htis game with something.
Early running from Con saw them lead deservedly by 14 points to 12 but Belfast, inspired by outhalf Ajay Derwin, regained composure and ran out eventual winners.
The win sends them into fifth place four points behind Buccaneers who came away from UCD with the points after winning 34 points to 24..
A last gasp drop goal, six minutes into injury time, from Ian Costelloe secured the points for UL Bohemians against Garryowen.
The result means that that ULB live to fight another day in their battle to stay in Division One.
Elsewhere Shannon did enough to beat visitors Dungannon by 25 points to 18. The result moves Shannon into seventh.