Gutsy Cats Claim Home Win Over Suns in Rain-Soaked Thriller

Geelong secured a solid 24-point win over the Gold Coast Suns in wet conditions at GMHBA Stadium. The Cats adapted well to the rain, taking control in contested situations and capitalising through slick ball movement.

Max Holmes was dominant, finishing with 40 disposals and earning top coaches’ votes for the strong performance. The Suns competed early, keeping the score close in the first half. However, Geelong pulled away mid-game, with key intercepts and forward entries pushing the margin clear.

The final score read 9.7 (61) to 5.7 (37), extending Gold Coast’s winless drought at the venue. Geelong’s efficiency and composure were the difference in the tricky conditions.