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LexisNexis Dragons Secure Third Win in Netball Super League Thriller

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LexisNexis Dragons claimed their third victory of the season with a nail-biting 65-64 win over Nottingham Forest, extending their lead in the Netball Super League. Georgia Rowe spearheaded the Dragons' attack with 35 goals, securing the double over Forest after previously defeating them in round six. Despite Rolene Streutker's 31 goals for Forest, the fourth-placed side slipped to defeat, tightening the race for playoff spots.

London Mavericks closed the gap on Forest to six points with a 63-60 triumph at Leeds Rhinos. George Inger (27 goals) and Emily Andrew (22 goals) powered Mavericks' comeback after last week's loss to Manchester Thunder. Meanwhile, Leeds Rhinos remained in seventh place with just one win all season, as Paige Reed's 20 goals couldn't prevent another defeat.

With London Pulse hosting leaders Loughborough Lightning and Manchester Thunder facing bottom side Birmingham Panthers on Monday, the title race remains wide open. Forest's inconsistency and Mavericks' resurgence highlight the competitive nature of this season, with every match carrying heightened stakes as teams vie for postseason positions.