The Brisbane Lions laid the foundation for their 2024 Premiership by simply outplaying, outworking, and outmuscling the Sydney Swans in the second quarter. At one point, the clearances were heavily in the Lions' favor, standing at 8-2.

Despite their main ruck being sidelined by injury, their game plan was both strategic and highly effective for their replacement, Darcy Fort.

As shown in this video of the second-quarter dominance, the Swans failed to adjust, playing directly into the hands of the Lions' midfield and paving the way for a memorable grand final victory.