To the final act of round 24 in league's NRL, on Sky Sport

Atkinson's golden-point field goal has given the Sharks a 19-18 win over Newcastle, all but ending the Knights' finals hopes.

Both sides were denied game-winning field goals in regulation time, for placing illegal blockers in their opponents defences.

The Gold Coast's loss 32-16 loss to the Dragons is likely to all but end their finals quest.

With three rounds to play, a dogfight looms for top four placings - and a double chance in the finals - with just three points separating third-placed Sydney and sixth-placed Manly.

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