What if a player’s sample is negative and the drugs they took are not revealed by an ‘off the book’ test? The answer is the most jaw-dropping aspect of the drugs bombshell, writes JON RALPH.
Get used to AFL stars attending the Grand Prix or red carpet events in a world where social media is a huge second income. So, what did Jack Ginnivan do wrong, asks JON RALPH.
The Magpies’ swarm led them to premiership glory in 2023 but this year, so far, they look old, soft and slow. So where has the dare and drive gone?
The writing is on the wall, according to JON RALPH: Tarryn Thomas and North Melbourne are through. The only question now is how he and the club go about parting ways.
Melbourne is set to demand a high price in return for WA-bound ruckman Luke Jackson — is another deal the key to unlocking the young ruckman’s move home?
West Coast has not ruled out its prized pick two being involved in a trade as it looks to convince Luke Jackson to choose becoming an Eagle instead of a Docker.
Herald Sun sports journalists and photographers have been honoured for their outstanding work at the Australian Football Media Association’s annual awards.
Reputations are made in September – for better or worse. And the next four weeks offers Gary Rohan a shot at redemption. See who lifts and who needs to prove themselves this year.
One round to go and the trade winds are set to become a gale. All the latest whispers, plus the intrigue around a pair of interesting situations at North Melbourne — and no, it’s not Clarko.
Charlie Curnow has opened up on the reasons why he signed on a mega-deal and shirked rival interest. And coach Michael Voss believes it could help them secure a finals berth.
In the most significant change to umpiring ranks in almost 30 years, the AFL will trial a radical new system to ensure better decision-making by those officiating the game.
Think Dustin Martin is on his way out of Richmond? Think again. There’s one major factor that will play a big role in keeping footy’s highest paid player at Punt Rd.
Carlton fans bemoan the fact that this prized draft pick hasn’t been given more midfield opportunity. But his future remains uncertain for a number of reasons.
Footy’s bump rule is in turmoil after the suspension of Patrick Cripps was overturned. A concussion expert and football greats have weighed in.
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