Leeds Rhinos score late try to defeat Wakefield Trinity in Super League
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 10:28 PM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
Leeds Rhinos scored a decisive late try by Chris Hankinson to complete a comeback against Wakefield Trinity. The match took place on August 7, 2026, and saw Leeds maintain their position at the top of the Super League table. The dramatic win solidifies their title aspirations as they edged out their closest rivals in a tense contest.
- •Chris Hankinson scores the winning try for Leeds.
- •The match was played on August 7, 2026.
- •Leeds Rhinos remain at the top of the Super League table.
- •Wakefield Trinity are among Leeds' closest title rivals.
"Leeds underlined their Super League title credentials as Chris Hankinson's converted try capped a thrilling comeback 24-22 win over Wakefield at a packed-out DIY Kitchens Stadium.
"Chris Hankinson's late try saw Leeds Rhinos complete a dramatic comeback as they beat title rivals Wakefield Trinity to remain top of the table.
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External links- Sky Sports—'Would you believe it?!' | Leeds score late winning try to break Wakefield hearts
Chris Hankinson's late try saw Leeds Rhinos complete a dramatic comeback as they beat title rivals Wakefield Trinity to remain top of the table.
- Sky Sports—Leeds pull off comeback to beat Wakefield, KR and Leigh pick up crucial wins
Leeds underlined their Super League title credentials as Chris Hankinson's converted try capped a thrilling comeback 24-22 win over Wakefield at a packed-out DIY Kitchens Stadium.
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