Penrith's pursuit of a fourth-straight NRL premiership is on track after the Panthers booked a spot in a preliminary final, dismantling the Sydney Roosters in a 30-10 win.
In their farewell game at Panthers Stadium, Ivan Cleary's men barely got out of second gear as they romped to victory in front of a baying crowd.
Halfback Nathan Cleary marked his return from a shoulder injury with a solid display as the Panthers guaranteed themselves a week off after cruising to a 24-0 halftime lead.
The Roosters now face a do-or-die semi-final against the winner of Sunday's elimination final between Canterbury and Manly.Â