Gold Coast Suns End Losing Streak with Victory Over Melbourne Demons

Gold Coast defeated Melbourne by 19 points at People First Stadium on Saturday afternoon, snapping a three-game losing streak. Matt Rowell's standout performance led the Suns to victory, with help from Sam Flanders, John Noble, and Touk Miller. Despite a spirited comeback from Melbourne, Gold Coast held on for the win. Ben King's third goal sealed the victory as the Suns reclaimed a spot in the top eight.

In a game marked by intense play and some altercations, Gold Coast dominated early on, establishing a significant lead in the first quarter. Melbourne fought back in the second quarter, with Max Gawn and Jack Viney leading the charge. However, Gold Coast's strong performance, especially in the midfield, secured the win.

There were some notable incidents during the game, including a collision between Brayden Fiorini and Harrison Petty that left Petty concussed. Jake Melksham's exceptional display for Melbourne was a highlight, as he almost single-handedly brought his team back into the game with five goals.

Overall, Gold Coast's victory was a significant turnaround, pushing them back into finals contention. Melbourne will be looking to bounce back from a disappointing performance as they head into the next round.

According to the source: afl.com.au.