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Taller, leaner, faster: the evolution of the ‘perfect’ AFL body

Geelong champion Patrick Dangerfield wowed the AFL world during last week’s preliminary final win against Hawthorn, pushing his 35-year-old body to the limit to propel his team into this year’s Grand Final.

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Age not a barrier for AFL grand-final veterans

Geelong captain Patrick Dangerfield and Brisbane's Dayne Zorko are in their mid-30s but are among the key players in Saturday's AFL grand final.

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Comeback Hawks pip Cats to boost top-four hopes

Kristy Stratton has kicked the match-winning goal to launch Hawthorn to a comeback win in Geelong, with Aine McDonagh also influential.

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Cats wrap arms around concussed star amid GF heartbreak

Geelong star Jeremy Cameron has opened up on how the Cats are supporting Tom Stewart and the change he'd like to see to avoid future grand final anguish.

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Hawk flag heroes join forces again in Richmond rebuild

Hawthorn premiership teammates Luke Breust and Taylor Duryea will reunite at Richmond under Adem Yze, while Sydney's backroom reshuffle has continued.

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Inside the Lions and Cats' race to five premierships

Geelong and the Brisbane Lions have each won four premierships this century, but the two AFL powerhouses have taken different paths to this year's grand final.

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Lion king Fagan wins again at annual AFL coach awards

Chris Fagan's ongoing success at Brisbane and his extensive career have been honoured at the AFL Coaches Association annual awards.

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Hawthorn's Chol cleared by AFL tribunal for Cat tackle

Hawthorn's Mabior Chol has successfully challenged a proposed three-game ban for the tackle that will force Geelong's Tom Stewart to miss the AFL grand final.

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Fellow Bombers captains hope Merrett will stay

A fortnight after the revelation that Zach Merrett had met with Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell, two former Essendon captains have offered their support.

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Essendon president stands down amid Merrett turmoil

Essendon president David Barham has quit the role as the Bombers deal with multiple problems, including captain Zach Merrett's desire to leave for Hawthorn.

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Dream AFL grand final offers chance to stake claim to being among greatest of this era

Saturday’s mouth-watering showdown between Brisbane and Geelong will begin to decide whether either belongs in illustrious company

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AFL grand final 2025: ultimate guide to the flag decider between Geelong and Brisbane

Wondering what time the game starts, how you can watch it live and what happens it it’s a draw? We’ve got you covered

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Hawthorn forward hit with lengthy AFL suspension

Hawthorn forward Mabior Chol has copped a three-match suspension for a dangerous tackle on Geelong star Tom Stewart in the preliminary final.

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Lethal slams AFL after Cats star ruled out of decider

Leigh Matthews has called for the AFL pre-finals bye to be pushed back after Geelong star Tom Stewart was ruled out of the grand final through concussion.

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Hawks hold on after Magpies fourth-quarter scare

Aine McDonagh kicked two goals as Hawthorn held on for victory after a fourth-quarter challenge from Collingwood.

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Guthrie lends injured star support as Cats eye AFL GF

Geelong have a huge hole to fill with Tom Stewart ruled out of the grand final, but Zach Guthrie believes the Cats can hold up without their injured star.

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'Gutted': Hawks look to future with Cats too good

While Hawthorn made more progress this season, and know they are on the right track, their preliminary-final loss to Geelong was tough to take.

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Cats feel primed for flag shot despite star's absence

Geelong utility Tom Stewart will miss the AFL grand final but coach Chris Scott feels his Cats are in a great position to win the premiership.

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Hawks won't stand still as aggressive off-season looms

After Hawthorn lost their AFL preliminary final to Geelong, coach Sam Mitchell made it clear they cannot stand still and will aggressively recruit again.

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'Really difficult': Dangerfield devastated for Stewart

Patrick Dangerfield's joy at Geelong winning through to the grand final was tempered by losing friend and teammate Tom Stewart for the game with concussion.

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Vintage Patrick Dangerfield leads Geelong into AFL grand final with win over Hawthorn

Cats defeat Hawks 17.13 (115) to 13.7 (85) at the MCG as their 35-year-old captain scores three goals in preliminary final

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Star hurt as Cats claw past Hawks into AFL grand final

Led by Patrick Dangerfield, Geelong have rallied to dominate Hawthorn and progress to next week's AFL grand final against Collingwood or Brisbane.

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Chol to face MRO scrutiny after Stewart tackle

Hawthorn tall utility Mabior Chol will await the verdict after his involvement in an incident that concussed Geelong defender Tom Stewart.

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Geelong defeat Hawthorn: AFL 2025 preliminary final – as it happened

The Cats book a grand final spot as a Patrick Dangerfield masterclass helps them beat the Hawks by 30 points at the MCG

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Blue-collar backline to balance the Hollywood Hawks

Hawthorn defender Blake Hardwick is happy to let teammates revel in the spotlight as Sam Mitchell's men chase a spot in the AFL grand final.

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