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Alex Pearce reflects on the Grand Final (20.10.26)

Oct 20, 2026 · 5m

Summary

Fremantle captain Alex Pearce reflects on his Achilles injury that kept him out of the AFL Grand Final, acknowledging the difficulty of missing the final quarter while expressing confidence in his recovery. He also praises coach Justin Longmuir, highlighting the mentor's inspiring post-game comments and his growth as a leader during the season. The segment is framed within a Sportsday broadcast that also covers live cricket updates.

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