Geelong fined $140,000 over Jake Kolodjashnij's undisclosed concussion deal
The AFL fined Geelong $140,000 for adding a concussion waiver to Jake Kolodjashnij's 2024 contract without lodging it with the league or players' union.
Why it mattersThe ruling shows the AFL will enforce concussion rules. Clubs cannot bypass safety rules, even if players agree. This protects players from long-term brain damage.
AustraliaAFL clubs face stricter enforcement of concussion compliance; heightens protections for Australian professional players managing head injury risk.
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