The Ephemeral Nature of Dominance in Sport The Fremantle Football Club's recent dip in form has sparked a wave of analysis and speculation about their chances in the AFL finals.
As they face off against Geelong, who boasts the current longest winning streak, many are wondering if the Dockers can regain their earlier season momentum.
Beneath this narrative lies a more nuanced story: Australian football has seen a rise in straight sets exits for top four teams since 2014, with half of the two dozen semifinals won by the nominal underdog.