Gold Coast Suns Defeat Sydney Swans by 38 Points

The Gold Coast Suns delivered a remarkable second-half comeback to defeat the Sydney Swans by 38 points, overcoming a 29-point deficit late in the second quarter to win 17.15 (117) to 12.7 (79). Key to the Suns' turnaround was a dominant third quarter, where they outscored Sydney 6.6 to 0.1 and won clearances 15-3, seizing control of the midfield. Jarrod Witts was influential with 18 disposals and six clearances, while Ben King’s five goals propelled him to the top of the Coleman Medal race. Bailey Humphrey also starred with 18 disposals and four goals, and Touk Miller, Noah Anderson, and Daniel Rioli provided crucial midfield and defensive support. Sydney, after a strong first half led by Chad Warner and James Rowbottom, faltered badly under turnover pressure and could not regain momentum after halftime. The win improves Gold Coast’s record to 5-1, setting up a highly anticipated QClash against Brisbane, while Sydney falls to 2-5 and faces a critical stretch to keep their finals hopes alive.