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Hawks and Their Fans Rage After Devastating AFL Loss
Brisbane won after a last-minute holding-the-ball free against Jarman Impey, and Hawthorn players and fans reacted angrily as bottles were thrown.
- On Saturday night, the Brisbane Lions defeated the Hawthorn Hawks 131 to 122 in a preliminary final at the MCG, with Kai Loughman sealing victory with a late goal.
- The match turned on a controversial holding-the-ball free kick against defender Jarman Impey in the final minute; umpire Hayden Meyer's decision allowed Hugh McCluggage to kick the deciding goal.
- Following the siren, Hawthorn players James Sicily, Tom Barrass, and Jack Ginnivan confronted umpires on the field, while spectators hurled bottles at officials as they exited the MCG.
- Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell described the loss as "heartbreaking" and said he remained "half in anger," while vowing to improve the Hawks' organization and playing list before next season.
- The Lions advance to face Fremantle with a chance to secure a historic premiership "three-peat," while Mitchell confirmed Hawthorn remains determined to strengthen their roster, targeting Essendon star Zach Merrett.
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The AgeHawthorn v Brisbane Lions player ratings: The four players who score a perfect 10 in a September classic
This article includes player ratings for the Hawthorn Hawks and Brisbane Lions following their AFL preliminary final at the MCG which the Lions won 20.11 (131) to the Hawks 19.8 (122).
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Total News Sources13
Leaning Left6Leaning Right2Center2Last UpdatedBias Distribution60% Left
Bias Distribution
- 60% of the sources lean Left
60% Left
L 60%
C 20%
R 20%
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