Hearts Miss Opportunity to Extend Lead at Top of Premiership After Draw with Livingston

Hearts have regained their position at the top of the Scottish Premiership, but the team's failure to secure a win against Livingston may prove costly in the title race. Despite being stunned by an early goal, Hearts equalized before half-time through Lawrence Shankland's header. The team then took the lead in the 51st minute with Claudio Braga's goal, only to be pegged back by Lewis Smith's strike for Livingston. The match ultimately ended in a 2-2 draw, with Hearts' Marc Leonard being sent off in stoppage time. This result leaves Hearts one point clear of Rangers at the top of the table, with six games remaining. The outcome has been met with frustration from Hearts' supporters, who feel that the team has dropped crucial points in the title race.