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Glenn McFarlane has been a sports writer for the Herald Sun for more than 30 years (including 11 years as sports editor of the Sunday Herald Sun) and now CODE Sports. An award-winning journalist and co-host of successful podcast series Sacked, he remains one of the most trusted and respected voices across a range of sports, including AFL football and racing. He loves all aspects of the craft, including agenda-setting projects, hard-breaking news and long-form features.

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AFL

MELBOURNE , AUSTRALIA. November 12, 2023. AFLW. Qualifying final. Melbourne vs North Melbourne at Ikon Park, Carlton. Alice OÃLoughlin of the Kangaroos gets tackled by Melbournes Eliza McNamara . Pic: Michael Klein

AFL clarifies confusion around AFLW grand final hosting rights

Following the losses of home and away top seeds Melbourne and Adelaide, the AFL has stepped in to clarify confusion around who will host the eventual decider.

Horse Racing

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 04: Craig Williams riding Bella Nipotina wins Race 7 Giga Kick Stakes during James Squire Golden Eagle Day - Sydney Racing at Rosehill Gardens on November 04, 2023 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Jeremy Ng/Getty Images)

Breeder reflects on ‘one hell of a ride’ with Bella Nipotina

Bella Nipotina has taken owner/breeder Michael Christian on an incredible journey but one of her rivals in the Champions Sprint also holds a special place in his heart.

Horse Racing

Imperatriz ridden by Opie Bosson prior to the running of Ladbrokes Manikato Stakes at Moonee Valley Racecourse on October 28, 2023 in Moonee Ponds, Australia. (Photo by Brett Holburt/Racing Photos via Getty Images)

‘It won’t faze her’: Imperatriz camp not concerned about straight

The Imperatriz camp are more concerned about one of her key rivals, rather than racing down the Flemington straight the first time.

Horse Racing

Group 1 superstars set for 11th clash of incredible rivalry

They have cult-figure status because of their catchy names and the next chapter in the Alligator Blood v Mr Brightside rivalry is set to unfold at Flemington on Saturday.

Horse Racing

Trainer Ben Smith after jockey Damian Lane won race 6, the Inglis Sires on El Dorado Dreaming during The Championships Day 1 at Royal Randwick Racecourse in Sydney, Saturday, April 7, 2018. (AAP Image/David Moir) NO ARCHIVING, EDITORIAL USE ONLY

Trainer cops $1000 fine for inappropriate language

A trainer was slapped with a $1000 fine after he directed inappropriate language at stewards following the late scratching of his VRC Oaks runner at Flemington.

Horse Racing

Blake Shinn after Picaroon won the Melbourne Cup Carnival Country Final at Flemington Racecourse on November 09, 2023 in Flemington, Australia. (Photo by Reg Ryan/Racing Photos via Getty Images)

Shinn, Egan suspended, trainer fined for foul language on Oaks Day

Blake Shinn and Billy Egan were suspended on Oaks day while a trainer was fined $1000 for inappropriate language towards stewards.

Horse Racing

Picaroon ridden by Blake Shinn wins the Melbourne Cup Carnival Country Final at Flemington Racecourse on November 09, 2023 in Flemington, Australia. (Photo by Scott Barbour/Racing Photos via Getty Images)

Dabernig celebrates biggest win since going solo

Tom Dabernig landed his biggest win since becoming a solo trainer in the Country Final at Flemington with a mare bred who was unable to get in foal.

Horse Racing

Karavas ridden by Jake Toeroek wins the Darley Ottawa Stakes at Flemington Racecourse on November 09, 2023 in Flemington, Australia. (Photo by Scott Barbour/Racing Photos via Getty Images)

SA trainer surprised at filly’s odds after Oaks day win

Richard Jolly had a cheeky dig at punters for disregarding the South Australian form following the win of his two-year-old filly on Oaks day.

Horse Racing

Zardozi ridden by James McDonald wins the Kennedy Oaks at Flemington Racecourse on November 09, 2023 in Flemington, Australia. (Photo by Brett Holburt/Racing Photos via Getty Images)

‘Like a weapon’: Zardozi wins VRC Oaks for J-Mac and Cummings

The Cummings stranglehold on the VRC Oaks remains as strong as ever after the classy Zardozi toyed with her opposition in the Group 1 fillies classic.

Horse Racing

Victoria Road (IRE) on the way to the barriers prior to the running of Ladbrokes Cox Plate at Moonee Valley Racecourse on October 28, 2023 in Moonee Ponds, Australia. (Photo by George Sal/Racing Photos via Getty Images)

Ryan Moore gives sage advice on Victoria Road ahead of $3m mile

Victoria Road can bounce back from his poor showing in the Cox Plate in Saturday’s $3m Champions Mile, new co-trainer David Eustace believes.

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