# Hawthorn's Balance Threatens Finals Race

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Podcast: [Adelaide News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/adelaide-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7575068)
Published: 2026-05-15T04:33:54+00:00
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Hawthorns balanced approach to both surge and control styles gives them a edge in the AFL race, as scoring has increased league-wide with teams like Sydney, Gold Coast, GWS, and Melbourne embracing aggressive play. Defenses are evolving, with higher presses and teams like Port Adelaide choking entries. New stats show more uncontested marks and back-half launches turning into scores for top sides, with GWS and the Dockers thriving on full-field transitions. With thirteen teams within one win of finals, its a wide-open race, and Hawthorns balance might carry them furthest as patterns sharpen. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/6da540b290c544b0

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