Overview

• The AFL issued a misconduct fine of $5,000 to Dayne Zorko, reducible to $3,125 with an early guilty plea.
• The penalty carries no suspension, leaving the Brisbane veteran available for Saturday’s grand final against Geelong at the MCG.
• The incident occurred in the first quarter after Mason Cox kicked the opening goal, with Zorko intentionally grabbing at his protective eyewear.
• Cox was not seriously injured and completed the match.
• Brisbane defeated Collingwood by 29 points to reach a third straight grand final, as commentators and fans questioned whether a monetary sanction is sufficient given Cox’s medical vulnerability.