First-half hat-trick from Fouad Yaha and further tries from Gil Dudson and Tyrone May secured victory for Catalans; the result at Stade Ernest Wallon confirmed Toulouse’s relegation from Super League
Last Updated: 25/08/22 9:24pm
Catalans celebrate Gil Dudson’s try while Toulouse’s players look on dejected
Toulouse Olympique’s relegation from Super League was confirmed on Thursday after they went down 24-14 at home to fellow French side Catalans Dragons.
Fouad Yaha’s first-half hat-trick put the Dragons in the ascendancy, but all of those were unconverted and Toulouse had cut the deficit to four points by half-time.
Chris Hankinson’s converted try and a penalty from the same player ensured the hosts trailed 12-8 at the break, with Catalans’ Josh Drinkwater sent to the sin-bin as well for a professional foul.
But Gil Dudson’s finish and a solo score from Tyrone May, who converted both as well, ensured the Dragons emerged victorious while at the same time confirming their compatriots’ return to the Championship for 2023.
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