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Last updated: May 1, 2026, 11:30 PM ET

Rugby League Super League Race Tightens

The battle for the Super League summit intensified as St Helens secured a victory over York, maintaining pressure on the leaders while Leeds Rhinos solidified their top spot through a dominant performance against Wakefield Trinity. Maika Sivo delivered his fourth hat-trick of the season to sink the visitors, ensuring the Rhinos remain ahead in the standings. Elsewhere in football, Leeds United eased anxieties regarding their Premier League survival prospects after accumulating 43 points, a total that historically guarantees top-flight status, thereby placing increased pressure on clubs below them in the relegation scrap.

Snooker & Northern Irish Football

In professional snooker, John Higgins established a narrow lead over Shaun Murphy, taking a 13-11 advantage into the final session of their World Championship semi-final, setting up a tense conclusion. Meanwhile, in Northern Irish football, Declan Caddell credited his players following a challenging season for Crusaders, who successfully secured their Premiership status for the next campaign after triumphing over Annagh in a decisive penalty shootout.