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Demons Drama: Petracca's Season-Ending Announcement Shocks Fans

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Christian Petracca's sad announcement has left Demons supporters reeling. Find out more about this fresh drama in the AFL!

The Melbourne Demons have been hit with a major blow as star player Christian Petracca announced that he will be sidelined for the remainder of the AFL season. The news came as a shock to fans, who were hoping to see Petracca lead the team to success. The Demons, already facing challenges, now have to navigate the rest of the season without one of their key players.

Petracca's absence will undoubtedly be felt on the field, as he has been a crucial part of the Demons' lineup. His skills and leadership have been instrumental in the team's performance, making his absence a significant loss. Fans took to social media to express their disappointment and wish Petracca a speedy recovery.

The season-ending injury adds to the drama surrounding the Demons, creating further uncertainty about their prospects in the competition. With Petracca out, other players will need to step up and fill the void left by the talented midfielder. It's a challenging time for the team, but they are determined to overcome this setback and continue their pursuit of the premiership.

In AFL history, unexpected injuries have often shaped the outcome of a season. The Demons will need to rally together and show resilience in the face of adversity to stay competitive without Petracca. Despite the challenges, fans remain hopeful that the team will rise to the occasion and make a strong finish in the season.

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Petracca's sad announcement as Demons caught in fresh drama ... (Yahoo Sport Australia)

The Demons will be without Christian Petracca for the rest of the AFL season. Read more here.

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Season over for wounded Demons star Christian Petracca (Tasmania Examiner)

The 28-year-old midfielder is recovering in hospital after surgery to repair four broken ribs and a lacerated spleen, sustained in a marking contest during the ...

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AFL chief weighs in on Petracca, bye schedule, Opening Round (Herald Sun)

AFL chief executive Andrew Dillon has backed Melbourne's handling of the Christian Petracca rib injury but suggested MRI machines at AFL ground might be ...

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Demon's season over after brutal injuries (The Mercury)

After two severe injuries left Christian Petracca in the intensive care unit in a Melbourne hospital, a decision has been made on his immediate playing ...

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Christian Petracca injury update: Latest hospitalisation update, AFL ... (Sporting News AU)

One of the AFL's biggest stars could be facing significant time on the sidelines, after suffering a brutal collision against Collingwood.

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'Pressure is extreme': Rival coach hits back at doctor critics over ... (Fox Sports)

Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge has warned against ill-informed scrutiny of club medical staff in the wake of Melbourne star Christian Petracca's ...

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Horrific truth of star's injuries revealed (The Cairns Post)

The full extent of Christian Petracca's horror injuries have been revealed as the Melbourne superstar recovers from an impact likened to a car crash.

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AFL chief weighs in on Petracca, bye schedule, Opening Round (Chronicle)

AFL chief executive Andrew Dillon has backed Melbourne's handling of the Christian Petracca rib injury but suggested MRI machines at AFL ground might be ...

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Christian Petracca's AFL season over after surgery on scary injuries (7NEWS.com.au)

The Melbourne midfielder was forced to release the statement from his hospital bed.

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