It gives me know pleasure to admit this, but I think Geelong has turned into the final challenge that premiers must overcome (and do).
In gaming, that's a "boss" character.
As a GFC fan, is that where we are at?
If Geelong was a video game boss they'd be like Margit from Elden Ring. Gives off a tough aura.... but ultimately gets beaten pretty easily (art imitating life - Geelong in every finals series since 2012 ).