Patrick Cripps Wins Second AFL Brownlow Medal

Carlton captain Patrick Cripps has made history by winning his second AFL Brownlow Medal, polling a record 45 votes, which is the highest ever under the current 3-2-1 voting system. This achievement makes him the first player in Carlton's 160-year history to win two Brownlow Medals, joining an elite group of only 17 players with multiple awards. Cripps had a dominant season, polling votes in 17 of 24 games, including maximum votes in 12 matches, and averaging impressive statistics such as 29 disposals and 8 clearances per game. He finished seven votes ahead of Collingwood's Nick Daicos, who garnered 38 votes, while Port Adelaide's Zak Butters came in third with 29 votes. Cripps' remarkable performance solidifies his position as one of Carlton's greatest players, alongside legends like Chris Judd and Greg Williams. His success was celebrated by his coach, Michael Voss, who praised Cripps for his contributions to the team and the sport.