Dustin Martin bid an emotional farewell to the MCG after his final game with the Richmond Tigers, expressing deep gratitude towards fans and reflecting on his cherished career moments, particularly the 2017 premiership. Meanwhile, Jo Miller made an unexpected leap from triathlon to AFLW, signing a contract with Port Adelaide after being called up to fill a vacancy due to an injury. On a somber note, the sports community mourned the tragic death of journalist Sam Landsberger, who was struck by a truck in Melbourne while on the phone with his mother. Tributes poured in for Landsberger, highlighting his talent and potential in sports journalism, with colleagues and friends expressing their shock and sorrow. The investigation into the incident is ongoing, with the truck driver charged for refusing to provide a blood sample after the collision. The AFL world continues to grapple with these emotional events, reflecting on the legacies and lives impacted within the sport.