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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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Horse Racing

ASCOT, UNITED KINGDOM - JULY 27: (EMBARGOED FOR PUBLICATION IN UK NEWSPAPERS UNTIL 48 HOURS AFTER CREATE DATE AND TIME) Shane Warne raises his glass whilst watching the racing as he and Elizabeth Hurley attend the Betfair Weekend, featuring the King George VI and Queen Elizabeth Stakes, at Ascot Racecourse on July 27, 2013 in Ascot, England. (Photo by Max Mumby/Indigo/Getty Images)

Warnie bowls over Bennett on Royal Ascot debut

A horse named after the late Shane Warne has debuted at Royal Ascot overnight and done enough to suggest he has a big future.

Horse Racing

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 01: Kerrin McEvoy riding Deauville Legend to the start of Race 7, the Lexus Melbourne Cup, during 2022 Lexus Melbourne Cup Day at Flemington Racecourse on November 01, 2022 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Vince Caligiuri/Getty Images)

Melbourne Cup return remains possibility for Deauville Legend

A successful return to racing at Royal Ascot has connections looking down the track for 2022 Melbourne Cup favourite Deauville Legend and a return down under is still on the table.

Horse Racing

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 04: Zac Purton riding Artorius wins Race 7 Furphy Canterbury Stakes during Sydney Racing at Royal Randwick Racecourse on March 04, 2023 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Jeremy Ng/Getty Images)

Freedman’s acknowledge most likely the end for Artorius, but …

Beaten but not bowed at Royal Ascot overnight Artorius will most likely head straight to stud but his training team would love just one more crack with the star sprinter.

AFL

Rich 100: AFL’s highest paid players revealed

Who are the highest paid players in the AFL? The Rich 100 reveals all. See the salaries and get the latest contract information on the best paid Crows and Power players.

AFL

Rich 100: Which clubs dominate the AFL’s top earners?

The 2023 AFL rich list is in. See the new faces, the megastar who has fallen 99 spots in two years and everyone in between, plus full contract details.

AFL

GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - JUNE 22: Tom Stewart of the Cats handpasses the ball during the 2023 AFL Round 15 match between the Geelong Cats and the Melbourne Demons at GMHBA Stadium on June 22, 2023 in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

10 cut-priced superstars keeping flag windows open

With a big deal comes big expectations. Who is living up to their high price tag and who is yet to repay the faith? See the best and worst value deals in the AFL.

AFL

How Mitchell steal is easing Pies’ contract hangovers

Tom Mitchell has not missed a game this year and is leading Collingwood’s tackle, clearance and contested possession counts. And he’s barely costing the Magpies anything.

Horse Racing

Artorius’ wild ride from $120k yearling to $25m stallion prospect

Artorius, the colt who was passed in for $120,000 but is now worth $25m as a stallion, will be out to crown his career with victory at Royal Ascot on Saturday night.

AFL News

PERTH, AUSTRALIA - JUNE 03: Nick Daicos and Josh Daicos of the Magpies celebrate a goal during the round 12 AFL match between West Coast Eagles and Collingwood Magpies at Optus Stadium, on June 03, 2023, in Perth, Australia. (Photo by Paul Kane/Getty Images)

Paying Daicos: Huge deal looms for Josh as Nick cashes in

Collingwood wingman Josh Daicos is set to turn his back on free agency with a big-money deal in the works. Brother Nick’s outlook is pretty good, too. Go inside their contracts.

Horse Racing

Corstens finally gets Royal Ascot wish

True to his word, Leon Corstens will be at Royal Ascot to watch The Astrologist after he missed the chance to be there 13 years ago when Starspangledbanner won.

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