Hawthorn has upset West Coast at the MCG to record a stunning 51-point victory.

According to Hawthorn Coach Alastair Clarkson, the win was a result of every individual player coming together and playing their role.

"The most significant part about today was we had 22 contributors," says Clarkson.

"That cohesion was there today."

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Despite losing their first four games of the season, Clarkson was confident the turning point was near.

"There's been a belief and a confidence in our group that we would turn it around. Today was a small step [in the right direction]."

The Hawks now look to next week, when they will take on St Kilda at UTAS Stadium, where they currently hold a 19 game winning streak.