Leeds Rhinos came from 22-6 down to beat Wakefield Trinity 24-22 in a dramatic clash, extending their lead at the top of Super League to four points.
Key facts
- Final score: Wakefield 22-24 Leeds
- Leeds trailed 22-6 with 30 minutes remaining
- Hankinson's try sealed the victory
- The win opens a four-point lead at the top of Super League
- Wakefield are Leeds' nearest challengers in second place
Leeds Rhinos produced a dramatic comeback to beat Wakefield Trinity 24-22 in what the Guardian described as one of the games of the Super League season so far, extending their lead at the top of the table to four points.
Brad Arthur’s side had trailed 22-6 with half an hour of the contest remaining, leaving the sell-out crowd at Wakefield anticipating a statement victory for the home team, according to the Guardian.
A win for Trinity would have seen them move joint-top of the table, with the second-placed side going into the game as Leeds’ nearest challengers.
Instead, Leeds overturned the 16-point deficit, with a try from Hankinson sealing the victory for the visitors.
The result strengthens Leeds’ position at the summit of Super League, opening up a four-point gap over Wakefield.
Highlights of the match were made available by Sky Sports following the final whistle.
Why it matters
The result is a significant moment in the Super League title race, pitting the top two sides against each other. Leeds' comeback win extends their advantage at the top and denies Wakefield the chance to draw level.
Frequently asked questions
What was the final score?
Leeds Rhinos beat Wakefield Trinity 24-22.
How big was Leeds' lead at the top after the win?
The victory opened up a four-point lead for Leeds at the top of Super League.
Who scored the winning try?
According to the Guardian, Hankinson's try sealed the victory for Leeds.