The familiar face standing in the way of Fremantle’s record hot streak

May 18, 2026 — 10:14am

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Welcome to the Western Watercooler, where we digest the talking points from the weekend’s games – and the highlights, frustrations and silver linings WA footy fans can cling to as the season progresses.

Fremantle, known as Walyalup during Sir Doug Nicholls Round, made it nine consecutive wins on the back of a powerful opening half, while Patrick Voss dined out on his former club.

The Eagles – Waalitj Marawar during Sir Doug Nicholls Round – booted the final four goals of the match to run over the top of GWS.

Their third win of the season was built on some shrewd coaching match-ups and increased pressure for sustained periods.

What went right? The ‘Prancing Pony’ is back.

Voss entered yesterday’s game averaging a goal a game this year with his confidence and form yet to return to last year’s breakout performance.

But what better way to recapture the mojo than a date at the home of footy with his former........

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