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Rebecca Williams is a sports reporter for the Herald Sun/News Corp and CODE Sports covering mainly AFL and motorsport.

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Sydney

Is it still Buddy or bust for the Swans?

He’s the ageing superstar who has battled injury for the past couple of seasons, but Lance Franklin is still the key to unlocking the Sydney Swans. SEASON PREVIEW

AFL

Jason Dunstall, Kath Loughnan, Garry Lyon, Sarah Jones, Dermott Brereton, Kelli Underwood, Jack Riewoldt and Jonathan Brown. Pic: Jayden Ostwald

Riewoldt reveals Dusty’s inspiring Grand Final speech

He can do it all on the field, now Jack Riewoldt has revealed how Dustin Martin inspired his teammates in the rooms at halftime of last year’s epic Grand Final .

Bulldogs

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 08: Steven May of the Demons leaves the field with trainers during the AFL Community Series match between the Western Bulldogs and the Melbourne Demons at Marvel Stadium on March 08, 2021 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Daniel Pockett/Getty Images)

May case to test AFL’s new concussion rules

The AFL’s crackdown on concussion will face its first real test with Melbourne defender Steven May hoping to be passed fit for Round 1.

AFL

GOLD COAST, AUSTRALIA - DECEMBER 07: Matthew Rowell during a Gold Coast Suns AFL training session at Somerset College Training Oval on December 07, 2020 in Gold Coast, Australia. (Photo by Matt Roberts/AFL Photos)

Is Rowell the biggest Rising Star lock we’ve ever seen?

Star Gold Coast young gun Matt Rowell remains eligible for the AFL’s Rising Star award in 2021 – and 13 club captains agree he’s most likely to win it.

ExclusiveMotorsport

Revealed: Radical changes for Albert Park F1 track

The Albert Park Formula One circuit is undergoing a facelift ahead of this year’s race in November. WE REVEAL ALL THE MAJOR CHANGES

AFL

AFL Round 17. St Kilda vs. Essendon at Etihad Stadium. St Kilda's Dylan Roberton . Pic: Michael Klein

Tough Saint puts family first with retirement call

Popular Saint Dylan Roberton says he’s put his family and future first by calling time on his AFL career due to ongoing heart issues.

InteractiveAFL News

Vote: What is the greatest SA guernsey of all time?

The Power and Crows have donned many different AFL jumpers over the years, but which one is the best? Have your say in our interactive poll.

Your SayAFL

Television presenter James Brayshaw looks on during day 4 of the second Test Match between Australia and Pakistan at the Adelaide Oval in Adelaide, Monday, December 2, 2019. (AAP Image/Scott Barbour) NO ARCHIVING, EDITORIAL USE ONLY, IMAGES TO BE USED FOR NEWS REPORTING PURPOSES ONLY, NO COMMERCIAL USE WHATSOEVER, NO USE IN BOOKS WITHOUT PRIOR WRITTEN CONSENT FROM AAP

Commentators on trial to replace TV legend

Channel 7 is set to trial three of its commentators on Friday night footy before determining a full-time replacement for Bruce McAvaney. Who should get the gig?

InteractiveAFL

Which is the best Victorian footy guernsey?

Vote: What is the greatest Victorian guernsey of all time?

Victorian footy clubs are steeped in history, each laying claim to some iconic guernseys. But which one is the best? Have your say in our interactive poll.

Motorsport

A handout photograph released by Aston Martin Cognizant Formula One Team on March 3, 2021 shows the team's AMR21, their new car for the 2021 Formula One season, being unveiled by drivers Sebastian Vettel (R) and Lance Stroll (L) during a virtual launch event at their headquarters in Gaydon, central England. (Photo by - / ASTON MARTIN / AFP) / RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE - MANDATORY CREDIT

NFL legend, 007 celebrate Aston Martin’s F1 return

Aston Martin has announced its return to Formula One after 60 years with a car designed to shake up the established order.

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