The AFL’s ‘engine’:How gambling money underpins footy
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The AFL’s ‘engine’:How gambling money underpins footy

One of the key figures in sports gambling in Australia has opened up about the millions flowing to footy from the gambling companies. It comes in ways that might surprise you.

  • bySam McClure

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