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Jay Clark is a leading AFL reporter for News Corp and CODE Sports, based in Melbourne. For almost 20 years, he has helped set the football agenda with his breaking news, deep-dive feature writing and issues-based reporting. He is a trusted voice on the biggest stories in the AFL.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - SEPTEMBER 06: Jamarra Ugle-Hagan of the Bulldogs looks dejected after a loss during the 2024 AFL Second Elimination Final match between the Western Bulldogs and the Hawthorn Hawks at The Melbourne Cricket Ground on September 06, 2024 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Dylan Burns/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Dogs confirm Jamarra’s ‘flexible’ program, ‘personal issues’

The Western Bulldogs have been supporting young star Jamarra Ugle-Hagan but his issues remain complex and his immediate playing future is unclear. Will he play in 2025?

Victoria

Fans holding an Australian flag are seen during the match between Alex de Minaur of Australia and Rafael Nadal of Spain on day five of the Australian Open tennis tournament in Melbourne, Friday, January 18, 2019. (AAP Image/Lukas Coch) NO ARCHIVING, EDITORIAL USE ONLY

Tennis organisers facing pressure to embrace Australia Day

Tennis Australia is facing calls to embrace a full Australia Day celebration as part of next week’s men’s final, with organisers again planning to play down the national day.

Sport

JANUARY 22, 2005: Juan Ignacio Chela (L) just before he appeared to spit as he walks past his opponent Lleyton Hewitt during break in their third round match of 2005 Australian Open at Melbourne Park in Melbourne, 22/01/05.Tennis

How Hewitt’s ‘Argy bargy’ became tennis’ biggest tinderbox

Lleyton Hewitt vs. Argentina was the biggest tinderbox in world tennis. Spitting, shoulder charges and death threats in Buenos Aires. JAY CLARK recounts one of the biggest rivalries the sport has known.

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Nic Newman at Carlton open training session at Ikon Park. Sunday, February 3. 2024. Picture: David Crosling

Newman out for season in brutal Blue blow

Nic Newman will miss Carlton’s 2025 season after injuring his knee at training on Friday in a mammoth blow to the Blues’ premiership ambitions.

Tennis

Demon defends Kokkinakis after latest Aus Open clinic

Alex de Minaur has leapt to the defence of under siege Australian teammate Thanasi Kokkinakis, as the top seeded Aussie put on another clinic to book a spot in the third round.

Tennis

Britainâs Andy Murray (L) reacts with Serbiaâs Novak Djokovic during a charity event titled âNight with Novakâ on Rod Laver Arena in Melbourne on January 9, 2025 ahead of the Australian Open tennis championship starting on January 12. (Photo by DAVID GRAY / AFP) / -- IMAGE RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE - STRICTLY NO COMMERCIAL USE --

Djokovic reveals fear for future of controversial coaching pods

The controversial new coaching pods at the Australian Open have the full support of Novak Djokovic, but the Serbian is wary of its future and what it could entail for those on the court.

Tennis

Popyrin’s pain: Aussie’s hidden battles behind Open exit

Alexei Popyrin has opened up on the disappointment of crashing out of the Australian Open in the first round, but refused to blame the hidden ailments he was battling for his demise.

Tennis

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - JANUARY 14: Andrey Rublev leaves Margaret Court Arena following defeat against Joao Fonseca of Brazil in the Men's Singles First Round match during day three of the 2025 Australian Open at Melbourne Park on January 14, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Hannah Peters/Getty Images)

Aus Open carnage as world No.9 demolished in astonishing exit

One of the all-time upsets has occurred at Melbourne Park thanks to an 18-year old from Brazil, but Alexei Popyrin won’t be as pleased with his performance.

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MELBOURNE , AUSTRALIA. SEPTEMBER 28, 2024. AFL Grand Final between the Sydney Swans and the Brisbane Lions at the MCG. Chris Fagan coach of the Brisbane Lions on the empty MCG with the cup. Picture: Mark Stewart

Hands off, Tassie: Lions lock in heroic premiership coach

Fresh from leading Brisbane to a first flag in 21 years, senior coach Chris Fagan has re-signed with the club. JAY CLARK has the details.

AFL

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 30: Luke Breust of the Hawks celebrates a goal during the round seven AFL match between the Melbourne Demons and the Hawthorn Hawks at Melbourne Cricket Ground on April 30, 2022 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Darrian Traynor/AFL Photos/Getty Images)

AFL makes call on sub as 2025 rule changes locked in

The AFL has made its decision on the controversial sub rule for 2025, while also locking in a minor change to the advantage rule. JAY CLARK has the full details.

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