Overview
- Blaize Talagi secured the 30-26 victory for Penrith with a golden-point try after Nathan Cleary’s 41-metre two-point field goal levelled the match in the 79th minute.
- Gold Coast rallied from a 24-0 half-time deficit to lead 26-24 through five tries in 25 minutes before falling short in extra time.
- Panthers trainer Corey Bocking ran in front of Jayden Campbell during a crucial sideline conversion, prompting immediate boos and an NRL review.
- Penrith extended their winning streak to eight matches and climbed to 29 competition points, leaving them one point behind the fourth-placed Warriors.
- The NRL indicated fines are likely for the club and trainer but confirmed that Penrith will retain their competition points.