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Hawks demolish Fremantle by 32 points in AFL qualifying final upset

Hawthorn beat minor premiers Fremantle 72-40 on Thursday. The Hawks go straight to the preliminary final. Fremantle must win their next game to stay in the premiership race.

Why it mattersHawthorn looks set for a first premiership since 2015. Fremantle's premiership hopes now rest on winning their next elimination final.

AustraliaHawthorn's resurgence sharpens the 2026 AFL finals race, while Fremantle's stumble raises fresh questions about their ability to convert regular-season success into September wins.

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Nine-year-old Aiden runs out with Dockers in semi-final debut

Nine-year-old Aiden, who relies on a ventilator, will run through Fremantle's banner before their sold-out semi-final.

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

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Elijah Hollands steps away from AFL to focus on mental health

The 24-year-old AFL player has been delisted after a public mental health episode during a game left him hospitalised.

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