Harvey Barron's first senior hat-trick powered Hull FC to a 32-18 victory over St Helens at the Brew Dog Stadium, marking Hull's first win there in nine years and ending a seven-match losing streak. The defeat intensifies St Helens' struggles, leaving them in seventh place and jeopardizing their perfect Super League play-off record.

Hull FC, now 12th in the league, secured a deserved win with a dominant second half. St Helens, who led early through Lewis Murphy, conceded three tries from Barron, alongside scores from Lewis Martin, Cade Cust, and James Bell. St Helens' tries came from Murphy, Jack Welsby, and Harry Robertson.

The loss was particularly damaging for St Helens, who missed 49 tackles and saw Jack Welsby and George Whitby leave the field due to injury. Interim coach Eamon O'Carroll acknowledged the team's difficulties, stating play-off qualification would be "difficult." Hull FC's interim coach Andy Last praised his team's effort and dedicated the win to their supporters.