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Petracca's Hamstring Scare: Gold Coast Optimistic Before Melbourne Match
Christian Petracca experienced 'hamstring awareness' during the Gold Coast Suns' recent match against Richmond. Coach Damien Hardwick remains optimistic about Petracca's availability for the upcoming game against his former team, Melbourne, after the bye week.
Gold Coast coach Damien Hardwick has downplayed concerns about Christian Petracca's hamstring injury, referring to it as merely 'hamstring awareness'. Petracca left the game during the third quarter of the Suns' 68-point victory over Richmond at the MCG. He did not return to the field after experiencing discomfort. Hardwick stated that Petracca was removed as a precaution due to his importance to the team. The team will proceed with scans and further assessment during the upcoming bye week to determine the extent of the issue. The Suns are set to face Melbourne at the MCG following the bye, which adds anticipation around Petracca's potential return.
Key Facts
- Christian Petracca experienced hamstring discomfort during the third quarter against Richmond.
- Petracca had 20 disposals and 10 score involvements before the injury.
- Damien Hardwick described Petracca's injury as 'hamstring awareness'.
- Petracca will undergo scans to assess the severity of the hamstring issue.
- Gold Coast has a bye week, allowing time for assessment and recovery.
- The Suns will play against Petracca's former team, Melbourne, after the bye.
- Hardwick is hopeful that Petracca will be available for the Melbourne game.
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Research Sources
- afl.com.au — Suns positive on Petracca prognosis ahead of Dees grudge match