Western Bulldogs champion Marcus Bontempelli has been named All-Australian captain as Melbourne ruck star Max Gawn joined an elite group of players with his seventh selection in the team of the year.

The Steelers' bid for Paralympic wheelchair rugby glory has a tough road ahead after slumping to defeat at the hands of Great Britain.

North Queensland held off a valiant effort from a vastly under-strength Melbourne side but Storm fullback Ryan Papenhuyzen was an early casualty after he suffered a lower leg injury.

Eyebrows were raised around the NRL when news emerged that Tom Trbojevic had offered to return a portion of his salary to the Sea Eagles. After some suggested the club pressured the superstar, coach Anthony Seibold hit out.

Flag-bearer Brendan Hall and Lakeisha Patterson have won a bronze and silver medal, beginning Australia's medal haul in Paris. Follow live.