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Audio file twist adds to confusion in Zak Butters report saga
Port Adelaide will contest the charge after the umpire microphone did not capture the exchange, leaving the tribunal to weigh witness testimony.
- On Sunday, Port Adelaide midfielder Zak Butters was reported for "abusive and insulting language" towards umpire Nick Foot, drawing a 50m penalty. The club will contest the charge at the AFL Tribunal on Tuesday.
- Butters claims he only asked, "How is that a free kick?" after a contentious ruck infringement free kick, denying any verbal abuse. Teammate Ollie Wines stood nearby and supports his account.
- Umpire microphones failed to capture the exchange, complicating the tribunal case. Port Adelaide officials stated they believe the words were "misheard and misconstrued" and will defend their acting captain.
- Frustrated by Foot's refusal to discuss the incident post-match, Butters declared he will "fight to the hills" any charge, maintaining he is an "honest person" who respects umpires.
- Butters has accumulated $50,000 in financial sanctions since 2019 and faces potential further penalties if unsuccessful at the tribunal. Port Adelaide remains determined to clear his name for upcoming matches.
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