Fremantle routed by Hawthorn in shock 32-point home loss

Fremantle, minor premiers, lost 72-40 at home to Hawthorn, held to just one first-half goal.

Why it mattersFremantle's double chance as minor premiers means they can lose and still reach a preliminary final, but they must still win to claim the premiership.

AustraliaFremantle's shock loss reshapes the AFL finals race; the minor premiers now face a much harder path to the grand final after their worst performance of the year.

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