US EditionAFL star faces ban after alleged on-field homophobic slur
Izak Rankine, 25, apologized and accepted responsibility after being suspended four games, the sixth AFL player banned for homophobic slurs in 16 months amid ongoing league efforts to combat vilification.
- Adelaide star Izak Rankine was handed a four-match suspension on Thursday after he directed a homophobic remark at an opponent in last Saturday's game against Collingwood.
- After a five-day inquiry triggered by several similar incidents this year, the AFL Integrity Unit determined that Rankine violated Rule 2.3.
- Rankine expressed remorse for his choice of words, apologized sincerely, and emphasized that such language is unacceptable both in football and in the wider community, while the club conveyed strong disappointment in his actions.
- The sanction includes completing further Pride In Sport training, and despite an initially proposed five-match ban, the four-game suspension could allow a grand final return if the Crows lose early in finals.
- The ban underscores the AFL's commitment to eliminating homophobia, promoting respect, and supporting player welfare amid a wider effort to combat discrimination in sport.
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Essendon legend Matthew Lloyd weighs in on the Izak Rankine slur saga.
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