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Did someone say ahead of the ledger? For the first time this year we have gone into the positives with an 8-7 win-loss after a big win at Optus Stadium.

Listen as Andrew and Ethan Weiss who spent some time in their Perth hotel room after the game, recapping Hawthorn’s big win on the road and reflecting on the day that was.

Key talking points:

* The atmosphere and experience at one of the premium AFL venues in the country;

* Our slow start in front of the big sticks and our wayward kicking at goal;

* The even contribution of every player across the board;

* Our water-tight defence;

* The midfield power that was on show through the centre of Optus Stadium;

* Our small forwards and the excitement they brought;

* Harry Morrison the super sub;

* Injuries and the short break ahead of next week’s game against Geelong;

* And much much more.

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