Quick hits: Lions use 'Wharfie Time' to energise, Treacy misses a sitter
It was one of the great grand finals in history as the Lions stunned the Dockers in a comeback for the ages. Here are the quick hits from the game.
In a historic grand final, the Brisbane Lions used the controversial "Wharfie Time" to energise their team and secure their third consecutive championship. Fremantle's Lachie Neale, who had a one-week ban lifted for a cheeky gut punch, ran onto the field to a boisterous reception from Dockers fans. As time dwindled, the Dockers attempted a desperate move, with Neil Erasmus turning the ball over just outside the goal-line after a pass to Josh Treacy.
Treacy's missed opportunity to kick the ball led to a ball-up, and the Lions' quarter ended. Later, Conor McKenna's incredible dribble for a goal secured a lead for the Lions. In the third quarter, a serious injury to Dockers skipper Alex Pearce forced them to miss a crucial play, and Lions star Hayden Young capitalized with two goals.
Dockers forward Josh Treacy missed an easy goal opportunity, costing his team the match, in what has been dubbed the "Wharfie Curse."
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