Hawthorn ended a nine-game losing streak against Melbourne with a 35-point win in the AFL.

Hawthorn defeated Melbourne by 35 points in an AFL match, ending a nine-game losing streak against them. Jack Gunston was pivotal with three crucial goals in the final quarter. Despite Melbourne's statistical dominance in possession and clearances, poor goal-kicking cost them the match. Hawthorn's James Worpel also excelled with 28 disposals, ten tackles, and six clearances.