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“Very stressful”: The psychology of Carlton’s capitulations
1+ day, 24+ min ago (923+ words) Former Carlton fitness guru Andrew Russell believes the stress of being in front with the potential of failure is holding the Blues back. The Blues have held half-time leads in all three of their 2026 fixtures to date before going on…...
The different approach Payten has taken in 2026
10+ hour ago (385+ words) Following their turn in form, North Queensland's Jaxon Purdue has given insight into the shift Todd Payten has made in his coaching. After finishing 12th in 2025, many felt that the Cowboys under the 47-year-old were not making the most of their…...
Clubs will circle: Why aren't Hawthorn picking Calsher Dear?
15+ hour, 9+ min ago (609+ words) Son-of-a-gun Calsher Dear has had a tricky to start the season having been left out of the side for Hawthorn's first three matches. Dear has shown glimpses that he could become one of the game's premier key forwards with his…...
"They can't do it": Brownlow Medallist calls out the AFL's lost skill
16+ hour, 57+ min ago (580+ words) Brownlow Medallist and former superstar Tom Mitchell believes that the art of handballing has been lost within the AFL. One of the most crucial facets to the game of Aussie Rules, the handball is easy enough in its execution, with…...
Is 49kg a worry for Melham in the Doncaster?
17+ hour, 51+ min ago (494+ words) Sheza Alibi has established herself as one of the best fillies in Australia, thanks to her fabulous record of six wins from nine starts, including the Group 1 Randwick Guineas (1600m). On Saturday, she will face the toughest field of her career…...
Who wins & why? Tips & predictions for Round 4, 2026
21+ hour, 32+ min ago (1317+ words) Round 4 is here as we enter a huge weekend of footy. The Easter long weekend sees things kick off on Thursday as the Lions host the Magpies, before the round wraps up on the Monday as the Cats and Hawks…...
100 per cent: Why Watson believes North will beat Carlton
23+ hour, 6+ min ago (396+ words) Good Friday clashes between the Kangaroos and the Blues haven't been awfully kind to North Melbourne, however on this occasion, Tim Watson believes they should be the heavy favourites. Off the back of a strong win over the struggling Bombers,…...
Watson: Melbourne’s innovation will be copied - and so it should
1+ day, 21+ hour ago (357+ words) Tim Watson believes Melbourne's innovation in wearing casual clothes to Sunday's game against Carlton will be followed by others. The Demons turned heads when players rocked up to the MCG in casual wear rather than regular club gear. Watson, who…...
“Brutal”: Dixon recalls how Port Adelaide career ended
1+ day, 23+ hour ago (426+ words) Charlie Dixon has recalled the exit meeting that brutally ended his 14-year AFL career. It came at the conclusion of the 2024 season when he was coming out of contract with Port Adelaide, on the back of a few injury-interrupted campaigns....