Hawthorn ruck Lloyd Meek says being able to rally and win after giving up a 42-point lead showed some of the Hawks' work coming to fruition.

Giants big man Kieren Briggs scores a skilful goal to narrow the margin against Hawthorn.

Giants big man Kieren Briggs scores a skilful goal to narrow the margin against Hawthorn.

Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell praised his players’ composure after the Hawks blew a 42-point lead before steadying to win a thrilling elimination...

Hawthorn are through to their first preliminary final in a decade, after their stunning 34-point win over Adelaide created AFL history.

Tom Barrass knows what it takes to win a flag. He opens up on Hawthorn, an early teething issue, and his shift to Melbourne.

Tom Barrass knows what it takes to win a flag. He opens up on Hawthorn, an early teething issue, and his shift to Melbourne.

Tom Barrass knows what it takes to win a flag. He opens up on Hawthorn, an early teething issue, and his shift to Melbourne.

The Hawks are through to the second-week of the AFL finals following a resilient win in western Sydney.

The Hawks are through to the second-week of the AFL finals following a resilient win in western Sydney.