# Five-Time Super League Champion Makinson Announces Retirement

Tommy Makinson, a five-time Super League champion with St Helens, has announced his retirement from rugby league. The veteran winger also earned international caps for England during a distinguished career. His departure marks the end of a significant era for the club and the competition.

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### Sports
- [BBC Sport](https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/rugby-league/articles/cm2g8w7edmyo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) — Sun, 09 Aug 2026 12:34:17 GMT