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Rugby league pays tribute to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth
With the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II on Thursday 8 September 2022, rugby league's governing bodies have responded, outlining how they will pay their respects.
In Australia, NRL Finals Week 1 matches are set to proceed, with commemorations before each of the four matches scheduled.
This article updates.
Super League statement: Dragons v Rhinos
Super League Europe
Super League will pay its respects to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II throughout the period of national mourning.
As Friday's first Betfred Super League Elimination Play-Off is being played in Perpignan, it will go ahead as scheduled, as with other sporting events involving British teams abroad - with a minute's silence before kick-off, and the players of Catalans Dragons and Leeds Rhinos wearing black armbands.
A determination regarding the second Elimination Play-Off between Huddersfield Giants and Salford Red Devils on Saturday will be made following a review of the official mourning guidance, in addition to further consultation with DCMS and other sports on Friday morning.
Rugby League to pay respect
Rugby Football League
Rugby League will pay its respects to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II throughout the period of national mourning.
There will be no fixtures in England on Friday September 9 - this means the Betfred Championship fixture between Sheffield Eagles and Dewsbury Rams will be postponed, with a new date to be confirmed as soon as possible.
As Friday's first Betfred Super League Elimination Play-Off is being played in Perpignan, it will go ahead as scheduled, as with other sporting events involving British teams abroad - with a minute's silence before kick-off, and the players of Catalans Dragons and Leeds Rhinos wearing black armbands.
Similarly, the England Community Lions will show their respect before the Final of the European Under-19s Championships against France in Italy on Saturday evening.
Further announcements will be made about the weekend fixtures at all levels, including the community game, Academy play-offs and the Betfred Women's Super League Shield semi finals, following further meetings on Friday morning.