Brisbane Lions surge late for third flag in a row, breaking Docker hearts

The Sydney Morning Herald - Sep 26, 2026

The Lions have come from 17 points down to win their third-straight AFL grand final beating Fremantle by seven points. Follow all the reaction.

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