AFL Suspends Jeremy Finlayson for Homophobic Slur

Port Adelaide forward to miss three games and undergo Pride In Sport training, as AFL reaffirms commitment to LGBTQI+ inclusivity.

Jeremy Finlayson, Port Adelaide forward, has been suspended for three games after using a homophobic slur against an Essendon player.
Finlayson's sanction includes attending a Pride In Sport training program at his own expense.
The AFL emphasized that homophobia has no place in the game, aiming to create a safe and inclusive environment for LGBTQI+ communities.
Finlayson apologized to the Essendon player, teammates, Port Adelaide members and supporters, and the LGBTQIA+ community for the distress caused.
The AFL stated that Finlayson's immediate admission and apology influenced the decision to impose a three-game suspension instead of a longer one.