Sportsday with Sam Hargreaves and Liam Pickering | Full Show | (041/11/26)
Summary
This episode of Sportsday covers the aftermath of the Melbourne Cup, highlighting Kieran Maher's exceptional performance and the Ethan Brown story. The hosts discuss Glenn Maxwell's retirement from international cricket, featuring an interview with Adam Crossweight who reflects on Maxwell's revolutionary impact on the game. Additionally, the show includes a conversation with AFL draft prospect Benji Van Royen and reports on the potential collapse of the Melbourne Demons' bid for a new home base at Caulfield.
Topics discussed
Fox News election coverage promotion
Melbourne Cup winner Ethan Brown discussion
AFL draft prospect Benji Van Royen intro
Glenn Maxwell retirement and farewell game
Guest introduction: Adam Crossweight
Maxwell's career across cricket formats
Maxwell's early talent and Richmond days
Maxwell's playing style and team dynamics
Maxwell's impact on fielding and tactics
Maxwell's youth and innovation in cricket
Australian team freedom under McDonald
Fear of Maxwell in Test cricket
Maxwell's tactical anticipation and skill
Australian batting lineup and Travis Head
Opener options: Constable, Davies, McSweeney
Shield cricket conditions and scoring
Replacing retired players and youth policy
Australian sport's reliance on veterans
Crossweight's selection and Wolves League
Chuka Hennig's Victoria debut
Hennig's pace and MCG potential
Reflections on Maxwell's farewell
Sponsorship and community competition promo
Benji Van Royen: Senior footy adjustment
Van Royen's early AFL performance
Brother Jake Van Royen's influence
Training with Jake and game improvement
Draft process: Combine and meetings
Weird draft interview questions
Van Royen's AFL fandom and team support
Tom Seckle and corporate sports
Hat wearing and segment transition
Hawthorne's Tasmania deal and Eddie McGuire
Free agents and player manager concerns
Collingwood's move to the Glass House
Graeme Samuel and name tag story
Negotiating exclusive period with Collingwood
Old Glass House conditions and upgrades
DAF trucks and Bendigo Spirit preview
Zach Lloyd on Melbourne Cup strategy
Melbourne Cup pace and race conditions
Lloyd's struggle and knocking off favourite
Jockeys' enjoyment of big race day
Lloyd's strategy involvement and manager
Manager's role in keeping trainers happy
Geelong Cup performance analysis
Oaks race preview and barrier draw
Proxima D's versatility and form
David Payne connection and family pride
Lloyd's form and other Oaks runners
NSW vs VIC jockey rivalry
Analysis of other Oaks runners
Lloyd's rides and Proxima D's draw
Racing tips: Palimnia and Fireball Miss
Racing tips: Diamas and Ray Magneria
Jason Horne Francis and podcast exclusives
Player's decision to leave North
Port Adelaide best and fairest discussion
Bendigo Spirit coach Braden Hesselhurst intro
Sam Hargraves' Bendigo connection
SEN ownership and regional pride
Bendigo Spirit's disrupted start
Injuries and roster disruptions
Jade Melbourne's integration and performance
Melbourne's impact and future potential
Upcoming games and Canberra rematch
Melbourne's minutes and low post dominance
Melbourne's leadership and import status
Hesselhurst's journey to Bendigo
Permanent fit with Bendigo community
Hesselhurst's background and Crows fandom
Lynx ownership and coach involvement
Plumber joke and segment wrap-up
Delisted free agents finding new homes
Maxie Ramsden and Will Parker signings
Fox News election coverage promotion
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