Hawthorn defeats Gold Coast in AFLW elimination final on November 8

Hawthorn overcame Gold Coast by 18 points in the AFLW elimination final at People First Stadium on November 8. Trailing by three points at halftime, Hawthorn surged ahead with five goals in the second half, ultimately finishing the match 8.9 (57) to 6.3 (39). This victory marks Hawthorn's first finals win after failing to progress in the previous two years. The day ended on a somber note for the Suns as Ava Usher left the field with a knee injury in the closing minutes of the match. Hawthorn now advances to face Carlton in the semi-finals next weekend.

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