Wicks burns off drama to let footy ‘do the talking’
He missed some footy after some off-field drama, but Sam Wicks made his presence felt in a big way on the SCG on Sunday as the Suns melted under the Swans’ heat.
Sydney
‘Hard to comprehend’: AFL’s Bondi tribute
The Swans, whose home ground is a short distance from Bondi Junction, paid their respects to victims of the horrific knife attack.
How Papley flicked the switch to squash Suns’ resistance
The Suns were following the blueprint of how to beat the Swans perfectly, but LACHLAN McKIRDY writes, a spark from Tom Papley kicked Sydney back into action.
Grundy 200: How Swans ruckman stacks up against best
Brodie Grundy has been one of the dominant — and most successful — ruckmen of the modern era. Ahead of his 200th AFL game, he reflects with LACHLAN MCKIRDY.
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‘Still passionate’: Buddy reveals key to success
Lance Franklin, who is five goals short of 1000 for his career, has shared the simple reason he believes he’s been so successful.
Big fines, tight security: AFL’s plan to protect Buddy
Lance Franklin is on the cusp of becoming just the sixth AFL player to kick 1000 goals – but Covid will ensure it’s a very different celebration.
‘Fickle’ injury still troubling Swans captain
Lance Franklin could kick his 1000th goal in round 1 and his Sydney skipper wants to be there.
Swan eyes flag success after inking monster deal
Isaac Heeney craves more midfield time but premiership success is at the top of his priorities after re-signing for six years at the Swans
What Swans are willing to offer young hotshot
Logan McDonald is the highest draft pick from two years ago yet to re-sign and the Swans are desperate to keep him.
All-Australian Swan to miss extended period
Tom Papley is the second big-name small forward officially out of the round 1 Sydney derby, joining suspended Giant Toby Greene
‘No bad feelings’: Giants recruit reflects on Eagles stint
Former Eagle Jarrod Brander made a strong first impression at the Giants with a five-goal haul against the Swans
Swans sweat on Papley hamstring scare
Tom Papley, Paddy McCartin and Stephen Coniglio all emerged as stories out of the GWS Giants-Sydney Swans practice game at Albury
Former Saint firms for Swans Round 1 debut
Sydney recruits Paddy McCartin and Peter Ladhams made an impression despite the Swans losing their practice match to the Giants
‘I’ve got a lot of belief’: Giant vows to win back spot
Phil Davis is intent on winning back his defensive spot in the Giants’ best 22 after being left out of the side late last year
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