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McRae: 'It's Horrible, Such Sadness'

Adam Selwood, former AFL player for West Coast Eagles, died suddenly on the morning of a Saturday game at the MCG in 2025.
His death follows the passing of his identical twin brother Troy Selwood, who died by suicide three months earlier, deeply affecting their family and the AFL community.
Collingwood Magpies played a close match against Adelaide at the MCG that afternoon, securing a 10-point win and temporarily reaching the top of the AFL ladder with an 8-2 record.
Collingwood coach Craig McRae, who informed his players about the news only after the game, appeared emotional during his post-match interview and admitted that handling such situations is uncharted territory.
The Selwood family issued a statement expressing profound grief, highlighting Adam's roles as a loving husband, father, and brother, while the AFL community extended their condolences amid ongoing mourning.

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Sydney Morning Herald

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Tributes flow for Adam Selwood

Craig McRae broke down in his tribute to West Coast Eagles premiership player Adam Selwood.

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Pies coach chokes up in heartbreaking Selwood tribute

Collingwood Magpies coach Craig McRae shed tears in his post-match press conference as he confirmed he didn't inform his players about the death of Adam Selwood until after the match.

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7NEWS Australia

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Craig McRae breaks down in emotional post-match interview

The Magpies coach walked away in tears when his thoughts shifted to the Selwood family.

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Herald Sun

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McRae breaks down in emotional Selwood tribute

Collingwood captain and AFL Players Association president Darcy Moore says Magpie players were in “shock” when told after Saturday’s win over Adelaide that Adam Selwood had died, as the Collingwood continued to send support for assistant coach Scott Selwood.

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ABC Australia

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McRae breaks down during interview as AFL world mourns Adam Selwood

Collingwood coach Craig McRae is brought to tears on multiple occasions when discussing the tragic death of Adam Selwood as the Dockers and Cats record huge road wins. Meanwhile, the Bulldogs face the Bombers to wrap up Saturday's AFL action. Follow live.

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