# Leeds Rhinos Super League dominance

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/leeds-rhinos-super-league-dominance
> Updated: 2026-08-06T15:34:23.000Z. Sources: 7. Developments: 3.

In late July 2026 Leeds Rhinos extended their lead at the top of the Super League with a 42‑12 win over Bradford Bulls and a 46‑0 thrashing of Toulouse Olympique, preserving an unbeaten home record and a perfect ten‑win start. On 6 August, Leeds overturned a 16‑6 halftime deficit to beat Wakefield Trinity 24‑22 at Belle Vue, clinching the League Leaders Shield. Chris Hankinson scored the winning try in the 78th minute, while Cam Smith added a try and a crucial try‑saving tackle. The victory left Leeds two points clear of both Wakefield and second‑placed Wigan with six rounds remaining, confirming their playoff position and strengthening their bid for the Grand Final.

## Claims

- Leeds Rhinos defeated Toulouse Olympique 46-0 at Headingley. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The match was played at Headingley Stadium in Leeds. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The win kept Leeds Rhinos two points ahead of second‑placed Wigan in the Super League table. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Jake Connor scored 22 points, comprising two tries and seven goals. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Tom Holroyd scored his third consecutive try in the match. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- It was Leeds Rhinos' 10th win from 10 matches this season. (single source)
- Leeds Rhinos' bench contributed significantly, with players like Tom Holroyd, Cameron Smith and Presley Cassell scoring. (single source)
- Toulouse Olympique remained ninth in the league after the defeat. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-08-06: Leeds Rhinos clinch League Leaders Shield with win over Wakefield Trinity

Leeds Rhinos rallied to beat Wakefield Trinity 24‑22, securing the League Leaders Shield and a top‑of‑the‑table position, while coach Brad Arthur lauded Wakefield’s progress ahead of their derby.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/leeds-rhinos-clinch-league-leaders-shield-with-win-over-wakefield-trinity

### 2026-07-31: Leeds Rhinos crush Toulouse Olympique 46-0 to extend Super League lead

Leeds Rhinos beat Toulouse Olympique 46-0 at Headingley, staying two points clear atop the Super League. Jake Connor scored 22 points, and the win marked Leeds' 10th straight victory.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/leeds-rhinos-crush-toulouse-olympique-46-0-to-extend-super-league-lead

### 2026-07-25: Leeds Rhinos secure top spot with 42-12 win over Bradford Bulls

Leeds Rhinos beat Bradford Bulls 42‑12 at Headingley, moving two points clear atop Super League; James McDonnell scored twice on his 100th appearance, and Maika Sivo left injured.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/leeds-rhinos-defeat-bradford-bulls-to-extend-super-league-lead

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