Melbourne footy club court battle with Peter Lawrence over election rules adjourned until May 13, after argument over exactly what was being contested was had. Lawrence has been cross examined, Melb board member David Rennick also but more to come.

.AFL teams to observe a moment’s silence honouring victims of violence against women at all games this weekend. Players, coaches and umpires to gather in circle before game. Follows club push for a stand amid community outrage. theage.com.au/sport/afl/afl-…

AFL round eight teams and expert tips: Port Adelaide hard hit by injury (teams for one match named so far) theage.com.au/sport/afl/afl-…

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The three-match suspension for Jack Higgins has been upheld.

The tribunal hearing and adjudication took more than three hours.

.AFL clubs to make a statement against violence against women in this weekend’s matches. West Coast Eagles CEO Don Pyke led the push, with North Melbourne FC support & now backed by all clubs. Statement likely to involve coaches & players before games. Details theage.com.au/sport/afl/afl-…

Patrick Dangerfield’s hamstring injury will sideline him for four to six weeks as the Cats take a conservative approach to their skipper’s rehabilitation.

It is the second time the veteran has strained his left hamstring this season.

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