See how the amazing game at the MCG panned out.
The Hawthorn Hawks have run out convincing 58-point winners against the other side many have tipped win the 2014 premiership in the Fremantle Dockers, sending out a message to the rest of the competition.
In a stunning first quarter, the Hawks showed why they are again one of the teams to beat as they torched the visitors to open up an unassailable lead, before winning 21.11 (137) to 11.13 (79) at the MCG.
David Hale celebrated his 200th AFL game and 71st first for the Hawks, despite picking up a shoulder injury scare later in the game.
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