Rovers looked like they would rescue a valuable point when substitute Brandon Hanlan levelled on 70 minutes.
But the hosts retook the lead a minute later when Robbie Gotts turned into his own net.
It leaves Rovers 19th in the table and with a relegation fight ahead.
See if you can spot a Rovers fan you know amongst these pictures from photographer Howard Roe.
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=dr in the match between Lincoln City v Doncaster Rovers at Sincil Bank, Lincoln, UK, 3.00pm KO 15th November 2025. (Photo:Howard Roe/AHPIX LTD) Photo: Howard Roe/AHPIX LTD
26. Lincoln 2 Rovers 1
Rovers were beaten for the seventh time in nine games after a 2-1 defeat at Lincoln City. Photo: Howard Roe/AHPIX LTD
27. Lincoln 2 Rovers 1
Rovers were beaten for the seventh time in nine games after a 2-1 defeat at Lincoln City. Photo: Howard Roe/AHPIX LTD
28. Lincoln 2 Rovers 1
Rovers were beaten for the seventh time in nine games after a 2-1 defeat at Lincoln City. Photo: Howard Roe/AHPIX LTD