MELBOURNE champion Max Gawn has grabbed the lead in the AFLCA's Champion Player of the Year Award after a standout performance against Gold Coast on Sunday.
The Demons skipper gathered 22 disposals, had 32 hitouts and kicked a goal to receive the perfect 10 votes from the coaches.
Gawn was one of four players to receive maximum votes, with Will Ashcroft, Aliir Aliir and Caleb Daniel also attracting the top score.
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Western Bulldogs superstar Marcus Bontempelli picked up nine votes from the clash against Essendon to lift him into second place on the leaderboard. Teammate Matthew Kennedy also got nine votes.
Brodie Grundy and Isaac Heeney were both awarded nine votes for their efforts against West Coast, while Caleb Serong (eight) and Connor Macdonald (seven) were others to be awarded best-on-ground honours in their respective games.
Port Adelaide midfielder Zak Butters has jumped into third place after receiving seven votes, one ahead of Collingwood star Nick Daicos, who was a late withdrawal from Thursday night's clash against Brisbane.
Every week, the two senior coaches for each game give votes on a 5-4-3-2-1 basis, meaning 10 votes is the maximum a player can get in each round.
The player with the most votes at the end of the home and away season will win the AFLCA Champion Player of the Year Award.
Brisbane v Collingwood
10 Will Ashcroft (BL)
8 Zac Bailey (BL)
4 Logan Morris (BL)
3 Kai Lohmann (BL)
2 Darcy Wilmot (BL)
2 Lachie Neale (BL)
1 Sam Draper (BL)
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20:12
Mini-Match: Brisbane v Collingwood
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06:29
Full post-match, R4: Lions
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05:35
Full post-match, R4: Magpies
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03:29
Quick Recap: Brisbane v Collingwood
Short highlights of the Lions and Magpies clash in round four of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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08:15
Highlights: Brisbane v Collingwood
The Lions and Magpies clash in round four of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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00:34
Oscar's one-handed magic caps off big night
Lions recruit Oscar Allen adds to his strong showing with a cracking mark in the final term
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00:51
Bailey bagging goals for fun as Lions eat up Pies
Zac Bailey gets on the scoreboard in the final term to cap off a fine performance
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00:42
'How casual is that?': Morris makes it looks so easy
Logan Morris lights it up again with a quality finish right on the 50
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00:38
Will does it again: 'Miracle' goal stuns Gabba
Will Ashcroft produces another moment of magic with a stunning finish from the pocket
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00:42
Pies walk the tightrope and hang tough
Roan Steele and Lachie Sullivan keep Collingwood alive with clever finishes from the tightest of angles
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00:48
McStay makes Lions pay twice at the Gabba
Former Lion Dan McStay punishes a Brisbane error with a neat goal before notching another moments later
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00:56
Kai flyer: Lohmann looms large early
Kai Lohmann gets Brisbane off to a cracking start with two quick goals
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00:56
Pies rocked before Lions clash with superstar withdrawn
Collingwood suffers a huge pre-game blow with Nick Daicos ruled out 20 minutes before the bounce
North Melbourne v Carlton
10 Caleb Daniel (NMFC)
5 Cooper Trembath (NMFC)
4 Luke Davies-Uniacke (NMFC)
3 Dylan Stephens (NMFC)
3 Ben Ainsworth (CARL)
2 Elijah Hollands (CARL)
2 Finn O'Sullivan (NMFC)
1 Oliver Hollands (CARL)
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20:09
Mini-Match: North Melbourne v Carlton
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13:32
Full post-match, R4: Kangaroos
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03:29
Quick Recap: North Melbourne v Carlton
Short highlights of the Kangaroos and Blues clash in round four of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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08:16
Highlights: North Melbourne v Carlton
The Kangaroos and Blues clash in round four of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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10:01
Full post-match, R4: Blues
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04:32
Last two mins: Another capitulation sees Blues fade late against Roos
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00:47
‘Staggering scenes’ as Sheezel’s stunner rocks Marvel
Harry Sheezel comes up clutch for the Kangaroos with a stunning sidestep and finish to break Carlton hearts
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01:10
Gun Blue ruled out with concussion after flying knee
Carlton suffers a huge blow in the final term as Jacob Weitering is forced out of the game after a heavy aerial contest
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00:28
Clarko unloads in fierce McKercher spray
Kangaroos coach Alastair Clarkson delivers an animated spray to Colby McKercher at three-quarter time as tensions rise
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00:51
Sparks fly after Blue’s second ‘ill-disciplined’ act
Will Hayward concedes another costly 50m penalty and gifts an easy goal to Nick Larkey
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00:33
Electric Elijah spins and snaps gold to calm nerves
Elijah Hollands snares a cracking goal shortly after the main break as the Blues look to steady the ship
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00:33
Blues fans approve as Roo caught cold in square
Brodie Kemp lays a brilliant tackle on Luke McDonald in front of the Carlton faithful and lands a much-needed goal
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00:47
Back with a bang: Newman mobbed after goal
Nic Newman caps his return to the senior side with a special goal as teammates swarm in celebration
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00:38
Roo’s ruthless mow down on Jagga sparks the contest
Caleb Daniel reels in Jagga Smith with a clutch tackle after Finn O’Sullivan is caught moments earlier
Adelaide v Fremantle
8 Caleb Serong (FRE)
5 Alex Pearce (FRE)
4 Andrew Brayshaw (FRE)
4 Jye Amiss (FRE)
3 Murphy Reid (FRE)
2 Lachlan McAndrew (ADEL)
2 Wayne Milera (ADEL)
1 Josh Worrell (ADEL)
1 James Peatling (ADEL)
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20:13
Mini-Match: Adelaide v Fremantle
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07:45
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13:12
Full post-match, R4: Crows
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03:29
Quick Recap: Adelaide v Fremantle
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08:16
Highlights: Adelaide v Fremantle
The Crows and Dockers clash in round four of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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03:45
Last two mins: Epic smother, late miss saves Freo in classic win over Crows
The thrilling final moments between Adelaide and Fremantle in round four
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00:56
Treacy time with absolute stunner after ruck’s howler
Josh Treacy produces a ridiculous finish at a crucial moment after Reilly O’Brien’s kick goes terribly wrong
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00:55
Tough Crow stretchered off after nasty knee to jaw
A woozy Luke Pedlar is forced out of the contest in the final term after copping a sickening knock
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00:42
Walker gone wild: Veteran raises volume level
Taylor Walker celebrates with passion after edging Adelaide ahead in the final term
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00:50
Adelaide Oval starts rocking as Crows come from clouds
James Peatling slots a crucial on the run goal with Adelaide dominating the third term
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00:45
Amiss can't miss as purple patch sails Dockers ahead
Jye Amiss bags multiple goals in the second quarter to help Fremantle kick away with the lead
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00:39
'You'd regret that': Crow blasted for play-on blunder
Ben Keays opts to take the advantage but turns it over with a miskick under pressure
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00:33
Berry's bending beauty lifts Crows
Sam Berry snaps a brilliant goal under pressure to get his side within six points late in the first term
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00:34
Moose magic: Late change works wonders
Finnbar Maley nails a wonderful banana from the boundary to land the opening goal of the game
Richmond v Port Adelaide
10 Aliir Aliir (PORT)
7 Zak Butters (PORT)
6 Darcy Byrne-Jones (PORT)
5 Kane Farrell (PORT)
2 Jordon Sweet (PORT)
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20:12
Mini-Match: Richmond v Port Adelaide
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10:40
Full post-match, R4: Tigers
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06:39
Full post-match, R4: Power
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03:29
Quick Recap: Richmond v Port Adelaide
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08:13
Highlights: Richmond v Port Adelaide
The Tigers and Power clash in round four of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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00:54
Lukosius double puts final nail in the coffin
Jack Lukosius shows his versatility with a delightful dribbler before converting a long bomb to put the game to bed
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01:18
'Oh no': Steely 'Blues' in front of goal
Steely Green fails to finish off his hard work three times in a matter of minutes as the Tigers throw everything at Port
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00:56
Tall Tiger may face MRO scrutiny for off-the-ball strike
Samson Ryan's return to Richmond's line-up may be short lived after his brain fade hands the Power a free kick and goal
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01:14
'May the Fawce be with you': Young Tiger gets MCG roaring
Liam Fawcett's back-to-back goals get tempers flaring right before half-time
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00:59
Rioli rides the clouds in Mark of the Year contender
Maurice Rioli jnr gets serious hangtime and stakes his claim for Mark of the Year
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00:55
Georgiades gets to work to turn on the Power
Mitch Georgiades kicks back-to-back majors to extend Port Adelaide's early lead
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00:39
Power recruit nails first for club after costly 50m penalty
Jacob Wehr converts the simple set shot for his maiden goal in Port Adelaide colours
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00:43
Is Power mid in hot water for sling tackle?
Willem Drew is penalised after a tackle on Steely Green is deemed dangerous
West Coast v Sydney
9 Brodie Grundy (SYD)
9 Isaac Heeney (SYD)
5 Tom Papley (SYD)
3 Chad Warner (SYD)
2 Nick Blakey (SYD)
1 Jai Serong (SYD)
1 James Jordon (SYD)
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20:07
Mini-Match: West Coast v Sydney
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08:51
Full post-match, R4: Eagles
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07:59
Full post-match, R4: Swans
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02:33
Watch Heeney's huge four-goal outing in monster win
Isaac Heeney collects 26 disposals, boots four majors and brings down a MOTY contender in an incredible individual performance
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03:28
Quick Recap: West Coast v Sydney
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08:04
Highlights: West Coast v Sydney
The Eagles and Swans clash in round four of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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01:05
Late tensions bring MRO concerns for young Swan
Angus Sheldrick appears to make high contact with Reuben Ginbey in this fiery passage, as James Jordon converts after Harley Reid is penalised
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00:48
Flashing Duursma flushes a gem to bring timely delight
Willem Duursma activates the jets and boots a big major to stem Sydney's dominance
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00:42
'Lethal' Lizard and bursting Wicks find big sticks from downtown
Nick Blakey drills it beautifully from beyond 50 before Sam Wicks repeats the dose with an electric running finish
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00:43
Strong Harley's double shrug finally brings Eagles joy
Jake Waterman threads West Coast's first major just minutes before half-time after Harley Reid breaks two tackles
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00:46
Milestone magic: Papley stunner brings iconic running celebration
Tom Papley defies physics with a wondrous snap in his 200th game and he celebrates in true style
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00:29
Insane Heeney flies over Harley with massive MOTY contender
Isaac Heeney leaps over Harley Reid to stick a magnificent high-flying hanger, which brings a smile to both players
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00:52
Swans spearheads lead charge in rapid start
Joel Amartey snaps the first major directly from the opening bounce before Charlie Curnow flushes it sweetly
Melbourne v Gold Coast
10 Max Gawn (MELB)
8 Jack Steele (MELB)
6 Kysaiah Pickett (MELB)
4 Tom Sparrow (MELB)
2 Jake Melksham (MELB)
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20:06
Mini-Match: Melbourne v Gold Coast
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07:27
Full post-match, R4: Demons
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03:28
Quick Recap: Melbourne v Gold Coast
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07:51
Full post-match, R4: Suns
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08:13
Highlights: Melbourne v Gold Coast
The Demons and Suns clash in round four of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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00:51
Crafty Picketts combine as Latrelle brings frenzy
Latrelle Pickett gathers a clever Kysaiah Pickett soccer and slams through a huge Melbourne major late in the game
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00:30
Bursting Kozzy brings more energy as Dees run hot
Kysaiah Pickett follows up his own work and threads an exciting running finish to extend Melbourne's lead
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00:43
'What a ride': Jumping Jake stuns 'G with huge hanger
Jake Melksham gets the perfect sit and sticks an incredible MOTY contender before converting beautifully in a mighty play
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00:24
Sun facing 'trouble with the MRO' in heavy tackle
Jake Rogers applies a strong tackle which sees Christian Salem's head hit the turf in this incident
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01:33
Suns pair clashes as Demons surge into the lead
Mac Andrew and Sam Clohesy had a difference of opinion as Melbourne put Gold Coast's defence under siege at the MCG
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00:51
'Electric' Kozzy causing trouble as Melksham fires double
Jake Melksham converts a stunning Kysaiah Pickett burst from centre before finishing off a quick Melbourne attack to bring noise
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00:37
Young Sun brings more joy with sweet strike
Lachlan Gulbin nails his maiden AFL major with a perfect flush and his teammates get around him
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00:38
'What a goal': Dee beats buzzer with timely ripper
Christian Salem curls a great finish right on the quarter-time siren to bring Melbourne some timely momentum
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00:38
Zeke's moment brings smile as Suns start in style
Zeke Uwland is set up unselfishly by Leo Lombard to thread his first AFL goal and he shows his delight
Western Bulldogs v Essendon
9 Marcus Bontempelli (WB)
9 Matthew Kennedy (WB)
4 Arthur Jones (WB)
3 Zach Merrett (ESS)
3 Sam Darcy (WB)
2 Bailey Williams (WB)
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20:16
Mini-Match: Western Bulldogs v Essendon
Extended highlights of the Bulldogs and Bombers clash in round four of the 2026 AFL Toyota Premiership Season
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10:22
Full post-match, R4: Bombers
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09:36
Full post-match, R4: Bulldogs
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08:08
Highlights: Western Bulldogs v Essendon
The Bulldogs and Bombers clash in round four of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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03:07
Quick Recap: Western Bulldogs v Essendon
Short highlights of the Bulldogs and Bombers clash in round four of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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00:33
Naughton 300: Dogs star reaches milestone
Aaron Naughton slams home his 300th goal of his career after fellow forward Jordan Croft makes the handy assist
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01:06
Returning Don makes statement
Tom Edwards kicks two goals in his return game early in the third quarter to give the Bombers a much-needed lift
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01:08
Gresham dodges them all as big Dog goes down
Jade Gresham snares an excellent running goal after escaping multiple defenders, as Tim English goes down in the contest with an injury concern
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01:00
Jones pulls every trick out of the bag
Arty Jones boots a beautiful running goal from outside the arc and takes a ridiculous speccy seconds later to notch two quick goals
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00:45
Clever Dog finishes his skipper's super work
Bailey Williams finds himself open to snap an easy goal after a superb handball from Marcus Bontempelli starts the play
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00:33
Captain Bont opens the show with typical class
Marcus Bontempelli kicks things off in style with a trademark finish on his lethal left
Hawthorn v Geelong
7 Connor MacDonald (HAW)
5 Jarman Impey (HAW)
5 Tom Stewart (GEEL)
4 Jack Ginnivan (HAW)
3 Jack Gunston (HAW)
3 Nick Watson (HAW)
2 Bailey Smith (GEEL)
1 Joshua Weddle (HAW)
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20:12
Mini-Match: Hawthorn v Geelong
Extended highlights of the Hawks and Cats clash in round four of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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10:22
Full post-match, R4: Cats
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12:02
Full post-match, R4: Hawks
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03:28
Quick Recap: Hawthorn v Geelong
Short highlights of the Hawks and Cats clash in round four of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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08:16
Highlights: Hawthorn v Geelong
The Hawks and Cats clash in round four of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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04:41
Last two mins: Late behind secures Hawks' win over Cats in remarkable finish
The thrilling final moments between Hawthorn and Geelong in round four
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00:42
‘G erupts as Watson and Chol rock and roll in wild term
Nick Watson and Mabior Chol claw the Hawks back to set up a grandstand finish
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00:36
Make your Mark: Blicavs bags huge goal in the last
Mark Blicavs could be the hero for the Cats with a superb snap in the final quarter to pull away
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00:50
More Hawthorn damage as skipper hurts shoulder
Hawks co-captain James Sicily comes from the ground with a shoulder concern after a heavy aerial clash
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01:18
Hawks sweat as gun veteran grabs hammy
Hawthorn is dealt a worrying injury concern in the third term as Jack Gunston clutches at his hamstring leading at the footy
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00:29
‘This is what he can do’: The Wizard pumped after stunner
Nick Watson conjures a sizzling goal from a tight angle and celebrates with the Hawthorn faithful
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00:57
'What is this old man doing?': Crafty Gunston outsmarts De Koning
Jack Gunston took Sam De Koning to the fence at the Punt Rd end before producing a brilliant lead and mark, although he was unable to finish
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01:17
Cats bring their kicking boots with five-minute hat-trick
Geelong comes out firing after the first break with three goals in quick time
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00:28
‘He keeps getting better and better’: Of course it’s Jack
Jack Gunston snares the opening goal of the Easter Monday clash after a selfless pass from skipper Jai Newcombe
LEADERBOARD
29 Max Gawn (MELB)
28 Marcus Bontempelli (WB)
25 Zak Butters (PORT)
24 Nick Daicos (COLL)
20 Christian Petracca (GCFC)
19 Will Ashcroft (BL)
19 Caleb Serong (FRE)
18 Callum Wilkie (STK)
16 Aliir Aliir (PORT)
16 Shai Bolton (FRE)
16 Isaac Heeney (SYD)
16 Kysaiah Pickett (MELB)
15 Harley Reid (WCE)
15 Josh Treacy (FRE)
