Round 3 AFL results: Tigers defeat Freo, Hawks surprise Lions

Saturday Night AFL Results Shock Fans

The Australian Football League (AFL) Round 3 games on Saturday night saw some surprising results and outstanding individual performances. Ronny Lerner, writing for The New York Times, reports that two of the year’s best games occurred over the weekend.

Upsets and Victories

Hawthorn stunned premiership contenders Brisbane by 25 points at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), while Richmond won by 15 points on the road against Fremantle. The Tigers‘ victory puts them just six points outside the top eight, while the loss is a missed opportunity for the Dockers to re-enter the top eight.

Adelaide Crows registered a record 122-point win over the West Coast Eagles. Taylor Walker kicked a career-high ten goals in his 250th game. This percentage-boosting win could see Adelaide finish the round in sixth spot on the ladder.

Dark Days for West Coast Eagles

The West Coast Eagles’ loss to Adelaide Crows marks their third loss of the last seven games by over 100 points. Lerner commented that the team is as bad as Fitzroy in their dying days, concluding it is ‘truly the darkest chapter in their history.’

Individual Performances

The weekend’s games also featured some outstanding individual performances. Taylor Walker’s ten-goal haul for Adelaide was undoubtedly the standout performance, with Andrew McQualter’s side now recording two wins under his coaching. Richmond’s Shai Bolton impressed, particularly in the second half when the team was under pressure against Fremantle. Similarly, Richmond’s backline deserves recognition for their efforts in repelling so many Fremantle forward moves.

Editorial and Advice

These weekend results prove that the AFL is full of surprises, and this unpredictability is what makes the sport so exciting to watch. Fans should embrace the ups and downs of the season, while football clubs must continue to focus on building strong squads that can weather the storms of tough competitions.

Aspiring players can learn from individual performances like Taylor Walker and Shai Bolton by cultivating a strong work ethic, drive, and an unwavering belief in their abilities. The AFL is a challenging game, but with hard work, perseverance, and a little luck, anyone could be the league’s next breakout star.