Overview
- Fremantle defeated Adelaide 12.13 (85) to 9.13 (67) in the Len Hall Tribute Game, attended by 53,048 fans at Optus Stadium.
- Andrew Brayshaw excelled with 37 disposals and six clearances, earning the inaugural Arthur Leggett Medal for best afield.
- Caleb Serong contributed significantly with 32 possessions and 10 clearances, bolstering Fremantle's midfield dominance.
- Coach Justin Longmuir praised the team's intensity and resilience, calling the performance a foundation for the season ahead.
- Adelaide faces challenges with Riley Thilthorpe's finger injury and potential disciplinary action against Mitchell Hinge for an off-the-ball incident.