Cowboys star Valentine Holmes has had his three-match suspension upgraded to four matches after failing to have his charge downgraded at the judiciary. Holmes was initially given a three-match ban for a high tackle, but after unsuccessfully challenging the charge, he will now miss the remainder of the regular season, which is a blow to North Queensland's finals hopes. Holmes attempted to argue for a fine instead of a suspension, but the judiciary panel upheld the grade two charge. His legal representative was reprimanded for not following proper judicial process. Holmes had previously been fined for a similar high tackle in round 21.

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