Swans stun premiers in AFL finals despite five suspensions

Sydney defeated the reigning premiers on Saturday at the SCG despite five players suspended and losing their captain early in the game.

Why it mattersAn underdog AFL win after scandal showed that a team can rebuild its identity through performance and resilience on the field.

AustraliaThe Swans' unexpected finals victory excites AFL fans across Australia and shifts expectations for the rest of the AFL finals series.

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Why it mattersFor a child facing lifelong health limits, moments like this remind him what's possible beyond his condition.

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