The Richmond faithful have given a standing ovation in the 17th minute of Sunday’s match against Tartapuulti at the MCG in honour of three-time premiership coach Damien Hardwick who earlier in the week announced his shock resignation.
The number reflects the drought-breaking flag Richmond won under his watch in 2017.
Richmond fans pay tribute to Damien Hardwick.Credit: AFL Photos
Hardwick called it quits after 13 completed seasons and 307 games at the helm.
Tigers ground announcer Sarah Maree Cameron said pre-game there would be a “massive celebration and thank you at a later date” but concluded with a “Dimma, thank you so much for everything”.
Richmond’s banner read: “Thanks Dimma forever a Tiger”.
Hardwick chose to watch the game today from the comfort of his couch alongside his dog and with a well-earned beer in hand.
He gave a salute to his now-former side via social media: “How long to go?! Carn the Tigs”.
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