Demons run riot early to claim Hawks scalp in Tasmania
Melbourne defeated Hawthorn 125 to 90 on Saturday in Launceston, ending the Hawks' 12-game winning streak at the venue. The Demons dominated early, building an 86-9 halftime lead, with Jacob van Rooyen and Bayley Fritsch each kicking five goals. Despite a strong third quarter from Hawthorn, they could not overcome the significant deficit.
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Published 04 Jul 2026, 06:28 UTC · Updated 04 Jul 2026, 06:30 UTC
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