As seasons go, Hull KR have looked pretty slick so far in 2025.
They have two derby victories over Hull FC in their locker, a hard-fought win against Leeds Rhinos and a thrashing of Salford at Magic Weekend last week leading into Saturday’s Challenge Cup semi-final against Catalans.
Coach Willie Peters’ side occupy top spot in Super League, with April’s defeat by Wigan Warriors a solitary blot on an otherwise flawless copybook in league and cup this term.
Peters has lifted his side since his arrival, leading them to the Challenge Cup final two seasons ago and last season’s Super League Grand Final, but silverware has evaded the Robins so far under his tenure.
However, forward Elliot Minchella believes KR are wiser for their near misses in the recent past.
“You have to learn from your experiences. Twelve months ago we lost and we had to watch another team go on to win the trophy,” he told BBC Radio Humberside.
“We were really honest with ourselves. We weren’t good enough that day and Wigan were the better team in last year’s semi-finals.
“We have to learn from that and that’s the business we’re in. We want to win and to do that you have to learn from your losses.
“I want to be there again but we’re not looking at that as a group. We’re not really focused on the final. We are aware of it and we know if we get the outcome we want, we’re aware of the reward. The game is our full focus.”
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