The Docker champion kicked two ripping goals in the third quarter to swing the contest his side’s way, racking up 28 touches and six clearances in a 19-point win.
After a week where much media coverage was given to his storied career, Mundy told Fremantle’s website marking the milestone with a win was the perfect way to raise the bat for another time.
‘‘It’s been an emotional week, to be honest. I have never experienced the individual focus as I’ve felt this week,’’ Mundy said.
‘‘The love and admiration from the whole Fremantle faithful and guys at the club has been overwhelming.
‘‘I’m glad I got through it and did my bit.’’
The result marred a second strong performance from Bulldog Will Hayes, in which the second-gamer from Euroa snapped a truly remarkable goal from the pocket.
Deniliquin’s Sam Lloyd kicked two goals for the Bulldogs.
Elsewhere, Port Adelaide claimed bragging rights in the export derby, beating North Melbourne by 16 points.
The Power got contributions from Benalla’s Tom Rockliff (27 disposals and nine tackles), Ollie Wines (26 disposals and seven tackles), Katamatite’s Tom Clurey (15 disposals) and Deniliquin’s Todd Marshall (10 disposals) in the hard-earned win.
For the Roos, Rochester’s Shaun Atley (25 disposals) continued a great season, while another Katamatite product Sam Wright had 13 touches.
Finley flyer Tom Hawkins was at his dominant best as Geelong smashed West Coast by 58 points, with the man mountain racking up 18 disposals, five marks and three goals.
Cobram’s Esava Ratugolea had his best game of the season, with 15 disposals, five marks and nine hit-outs, not to mention a season-high 75 SuperCoach points.
Mooroopna’s Clayton Oliver had big numbers for Melbourne with 29 disposals, eight tackles, six inside 50s and five clearances, but he will be keen to lift his disposal efficiency from 52 per cent.
Leitchville’s Marty Hore continued to be a defensive rock with 19 touches and three rebound 50s.
Kialla’s Alex Keath continued to build his reputation as one of the league’s best key defenders, with a staggering 14 marks helping him put St Kilda power forward Tim Membrey in his back pocket.
Shepparton export Jarman Impey made crucial contributions late as his Hawthorn side held on to beat Carlton by five points.
The former Swan and Bear had 16 disposals for the day, Rennie’s Daniel Howe had 19, while Mansfield’s James Cousins had 15.
Benalla’s Caleb Marchbank managed just 13 for the Blues.
And Tallygaroopna’s Steele Sidebottom had another Anzac Day to remember, part of Collingwood’s thrilling four-point win against Essendon.
Sidebottom had 24 disposals and kicked a goal to help his side across the line.
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