Richmond's playing group are back on the pre-season grind, returning to Punt Road Oval on Monday morning for the first time in 2019. 

The Tigers faced scorching Melbourne heat on their return, well-preparing them for the club's Gold Coast pre-season camp next week. 

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Damien Hardwick's side produced a solid opening training session.

One group were put through their paces in a three-kilometre time trial, with Kane Lambert showcasing his fitness as he clocked the fastest time of the day, followed by Brandon Ellis and Jake Aarts.

Here are the best photos from this morning:

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