Melbourne defeats Hawthorn 35-0 despite Hawks' remarkable comeback effort
Melbourne defeated Hawthorn 35-0 in Launceston on Saturday after the Hawks staged an incredible comeback, closing a 96-point deficit to within 23 points. Max Gawn and Bayley Fritsch dominated early, as Hawthorn struggled with key player absences. Despite their rally, Hawthorn fell short, leaving Essendon’s 69-point comeback record intact.
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Published 04 Jul 2026, 06:32 UTC · Updated 04 Jul 2026, 06:40 UTC
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