Penrith's long NRL reign is over. Even as a Panthers fan, I feel a little relieved | Barnaby Smith

The success was dazzling but it became almost awkward. We can now celebrate the achievements and see another team lift the trophy

And so it is over. Rome has fallen.

A total of 1,457 days after they beat South Sydney Rabbitohs in the 2021 grand final, the Penrith Panthers' reign as NRL premiers has come to an end. With a 16-14 defeat to the Brisbane Broncos, one of the most spectacular runs in recent Australian sport has finally unravelled.