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Oliver Caffrey

Magpies run down Demons in AFL thriller

Collingwood have emerged as genuine AFL finals contenders after a 26-point win over Melbourne. (AAP)

Collingwood have stamped themselves as serious AFL finals contenders as they inflicted a third straight defeat on reigning premiers Melbourne in a Queen's Birthday classic.

After finishing 17th last season, the Magpies will go into the bye at 8-5 and in the top-eight after posting a memorable 26-point victory in front of 76,059 fans at the MCG.

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