Contract uncertainty wore down Hawks forward despite his firm desire to stay
Hawthorn forward Mitch Lewis, 27, signed a four-year deal in July to stay at the club. He admitted that months of contract uncertainty and speculation about joining Collingwood took a mental toll on him.
Why it mattersContract uncertainty drains players of focus and mental energy across a season. Lewis's honesty shows the hidden cost of trade rumours.
AustraliaAFL players dealing with contract speculation face psychological strain that affects performance during a critical playoff run.
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