LeagueNews.co | Jess Malloy
In a spectacle rivalling the most intense scrums, the NRL's top players showcased their off-field game at the Dally Ms, with relationships stealing the spotlight.
Among the stars dazzling on the red carpet at Randwick Racecourse in Sydney was Harry Grant, turning heads as he arrived with Brooke Loiero, the sister of his Melbourne Storm comrade Trent Loiero.
As gossip spread faster than a perfectly executed pass, fans couldn't help but comment on the chemistry between Grant and his date, with one observer noting on social media, "Harry bringing Trent's sister to the Dally Ms."
But for those in the inner circle, this romance was no well-kept secret, as the pair had graced last year's gala together and have been an item for quite some time.
Trent himself weighed in on the dynamic of sharing both the playing field and family dinners with his teammate, joking, "They've been together for a few years and he's good.
I'm still the favourite son," in classic footy banter.
Amidst the glitz and glamour of the night, it was clear that these NRL stars weren't just champions on the field, but also in matters of the heart.