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Carlton Suspends Docherty Amid Controversial Voice Memo Backlash

3/9/2026

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Carlton has removed former co-captain Sam Docherty from a speaking role after backlash over a voice memo.
The memo criticized Carlton's opening-round loss to Sydney and was shared on a podcast by Dan Gorringe, a friend of Sam Docherty.
The decision to stand Docherty down follows escalating controversy over the recording.
Brisbane Lions are seeking to clear Harris Andrews and Darcy Gardiner at the tribunal.

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Carlton has removed former co-captain Sam Docherty from a speaking role after backlash over a voice memo.
The memo criticized Carlton's opening-round loss to Sydney and was shared on a podcast by Dan Gorringe, a friend of Sam Docherty.
The decision to stand Docherty down follows escalating controversy over the recording.
Brisbane Lions are seeking to clear Harris Andrews and Darcy Gardiner at the tribunal.