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Collard denies slur allegations at AFL Tribunal
- The Tribunal adjourned on Thursday without reaching a verdict on allegations St Kilda forward Lance Collard used a homophobic slur during a VFL match, with Tribunal chairman Jeff Gleeson confirming deliberations resume Friday.
- Frankston player Darby Hipwell alleges Collard used the slur during an on-field altercation, supported by teammate Bailey Lambert, while Collard denies the accusation, insisting he said, "Come here, maggot."
- Collard's lawyer, Michael Borsky, argued procedural unfairness, while AFL counsel Andrew Woods urged the panel to reject the statutory declaration, contending Collard had "voluntarily exposed himself to the risk of perjury in order to clear his name."
- AFL officials are seeking a 10-week suspension if the Tribunal finds Collard guilty of conduct unbecoming, compounding the existing ban he is serving for a high hit on opponent Jackson Voss.
- Pride Cup CEO Hayley Conway testified she conducted inclusion training with Collard, noting that proactive engagement with the LGBTQIA community is essential to prevent sanctions from alienating supporters.
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