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Hull hit back to stun Leeds

Hull produced the perfect response to their derby humiliation by clinching a play-off place. Hammered by Hull KR last week, they hit back by winning at Headingley to end Leeds' hopes of topping the table.

The Rhinos had struck first when Danny Washbrook, with a despairing dive, accidentally turned Rob Burrow's grubber kick into the path of Carl Ablett to touch down. Kevin Sinfield added the conversion.

Hull FC's Shaun Briscoe (centre) is tackled by Leeds Rhinos' Clinton Toopi and Kevin Sinfield (right)

It brought a sharp response from Hull.

First Wayne Godwin, the hooker with a point to prove after being told he will be released, weaved his way through for a try. Then Matthew Head's deft kick was caught by Gareth Raynor, who dived over in the corner.

The winger's second try, following a drop-goal from Head, sealed victory.

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