Gary Ablett and girlfriend Lauren Phillips after he received the Brownlow Medal. Picture: Michael Dodge

Gary Ablett kisses his Brownlow Medal. Picture: Michael Klein

Gary Ablett and the prized Brownlow Medal. Picture: Michael Dodge

Brownlow Medal winner Gary Ablett after winning the coveted award. Picture: Michael Klein

Last year's winner Adam Cooney kisses Gary Ablett on the head after he won this year's Brownlow Medal. Picture: Michael Klein

Gary Ablett and girlfriend Lauren Phillips after another three votes gave him the medal. Picture: Michael Klein

Gary Ablett wins the Brownlow and is congratulated by coach Mark Thompson. Picture: Michael Dodge