In the Richmond Tigers' heartland it was pandemonium after the final siren rang and signalled the end of the team's 37-year drought.
Swan Street was blocked off as fans spilled out of the bars and onto the road to celebrate their team beating Adelaide by 48 points in the grand final.
Thousands of fans danced as they waved their yellow and black scarves, while others sang the club song until their voices grew hoarse.
For many supporters, it was something they would feared they would never get to experience in their lifetime.
