NRL grand final in pictures: Nathan Cleary expresses 'love' for coach father in heartfelt moment
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Cleary honours father
Nathan Cleary was full of praise for his father and coach Ivan as he spoke to Nine post-match.
"Love him so much," Nathan said.
"I'm so glad my family can be a part of that."
Superstar halves partners
It is the last time Penrith fans will see Jarome Luai alongside Nathan Cleary in a Panthers jersey.
Their partnership is one many will not forget.
Celebrations begin
The Penrith Panthers are joined on field by club officials, cheerleaders, family and friends.
FOUR-PEAT
The Penrith Panthers lift the premiership trophy for the fourth-consecutive year.
What a way to farewell the 2024 season.
Departing Panther
What a way to farewell the club.
Brian To'o embraces outgoing Panthers star James Fisher-Harris as the on field celebrations begin.
Shattered
Xavier Coates' emotions sum up the feeling in Melbourne.
Storm choke back tears
Melbourne Storm players look on disappointed as the Panthers celebrate their victory.
Emotions spill over
Paul Alamoti and Brad Schneider of the Panthers have looks of disbelief on their faces as they celebrate at full-time.
Cleary left in tears
Superstar father-son duo Nathan and Ivan Cleary embrace after claiming their fourth-straight premiership title.
The Penrith coach was left in tears as he celebrated with his team.
Silenced
Paul Alamoti seals the result as he collects a kick and drops to the turf in the final minute.
As he lays on the turf he signals to the crowd to shoosh.
