Mikel Arteta said Arsenals 4-1 demolition of north London rivals Tottenham was a cathartic release for his Premier League leaders after 72 hours in hell.
It was a much-needed boost for the Gunners after they blew a two-goal lead in a 2-2 draw at bottom of the table Wolves on Wednesday that took the destiny of the title out of their hands.
Arsenal had been left devastated by their second successive draw and Arteta admitted it was hard to lift his players in the aftermath of a result that means City will take the title if they win their last 11 games.
