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Russell Bennett

Russell Bennett

Russell Bennett is a deputy editor (sport) at The Age.

Jordan Dawson of the Crows leads the team out.

Inspirational Dawson opens up on losing his brother, leads Crows to domination of Dogs

The Crows’ skipper was at his on-field best in another incredible display during a period of such personal tragedy off the field.

  • Roy Ward, Jon Pierik and Russell Bennett

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Four inductees

‘Fletch’, ‘the Little Master’ and ‘Woosha’: The greats now recognised in the hall of fame

Geelong and Gold Coast champion Gary Ablett has been honoured for his glittering contribution to the game, joining his father and namesake in the Australian Football Hall of Fame.

  • Scott Spits, Russell Bennett and Jake Niall
Alastair Clarkson.

‘We were dreadful’: Clarkson slams Roos after horror loss; Power hold on over Eagles in a thriller

After the Dockers annihilated North Melbourne in Bunbury, the Lions returned to form in the Q-Clash. Super Saturday then closed out with the Power surviving a late scare against the Eagles.

  • Roy Ward and Russell Bennett
PSG players celebrate with the trophy after winning the Champions League final in Budapest.

PSG wins back-to-back Champions League titles after shootout victory against Arsenal

It was heartbreak for Arsenal, who went down 4-3 in the penalty shootout following a 1-1 draw after extra-time.

  • James Robson and Russell Bennett
Shai Bolton and the Dockers were all smiles after their win over the Saints.

Wharfie time: Dockers storm to a perfect 10 with victory over Ross Lyon’s Saints

The cream rose to the top for Fremantle at Optus Stadium. Meanwhile, Richmond turned Dreamtime at the ’G into a nightmare for the besieged Bombers and their coach Brad Scott.

  • Roy Ward, Andrew Wu and Russell Bennett
Scott Pendlebury of the Magpies and Tom Stewart of the Cats embrace after the final siren.

‘Not sure if this bit was made public’: Scott’s heartfelt tribute to milestone man Stewart

After the Swans and Giants won heart-stoppers, the Cats were too good for the Magpies and Scott Pendlebury as he equalled the games record of 432 matches.

  • Roy Ward, Danny Russell, Andrew Wu and Russell Bennett
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Brad Scott has a word with milestone man Sam Durham during a break in the clash with the Giants.

‘Desperate for some relevance’: Brad Scott’s barb after GWS’ banner sledge targets Dons

The Giants’ banner on Saturday had nothing under Essendon’s “strengths”, and 7916 days under “weaknesses” – directly referencing the Bombers’ finals win drought.

  • Russell Bennett and Steve Barrett
Will Lewis quiets the crowd after marking on the final siren in Adelaide.

Young Bulldog kicks ‘most important point of his life’ as Beveridge’s men win a thriller over Port

It wasn’t quite the stuff dreams are made of, but Harvey Gallagher will never forget the finish to this prime-time clash with Port Adelaide at the Adelaide Oval.

  • Roy Ward, Russell Bennett and Steve Barrett
Michael Voss’ men were brave against the Dockers at Optus Stadium on Saturday night.

‘He’s in a good space’: Michael Voss opens up on why Ollie Hollands didn’t play against Fremantle

Voss said it was important Ollie Hollands still travelled with the group and could be around his mates after a week of such intense scrutiny on the club.

  • Roy Ward, Jon Pierik, Russell Bennett, Andrew Wu, Danny Russell and Steve Barrett
Harry Rowston of the Giants looks to handpass

AFL Friday double-header: Cats and Dogs clash, Sydney derby lights up SCG

It’s a rate Friday double act as Geelong host the Western Bulldogs at GMHBA Stadium, and the Swans host the latest chapter of “the Battle of the Bridge”. Follow all the action live.

  • Jonathan Drennan, Peter Ryan and Russell Bennett