Martin Blake
Martin Blake has been a senior writer for The Age since 1986 and has covered numerous AFL seasons, three cricket World Cups and various Australian cricket tours overseas, two Olympic Games, three Commonwealth Games, and a plethora of other major sports events including the British Open Championship and the US Masters. He covers all sports with an emphasis on Australian football and golf.
North v West - which direction?
Martin Blake The Kangaroos will be seeking space, but they are likely to find it occupied by the Eagles.
Docker upset locks in top eight
Martin Blake Fremantle has turned the lower half of the top eight upside down.
Roos bag points, but Scott still worries
Martin Blake Roos' coach says win as important for supporters as for the players.
The Tigers' fade a habit they must break
Martin Blake Three consecutive defeats by less than a goal will test the patience of any fan.
Vote magnet in medal tilt again
Martin Blake Could Dane Swan win the Brownlow Medal for a second year in a row?
Win, but no contest
Martin Blake Brad Scott says his players need to toughen up with the main season just a few weeks away.
Bumper is bumped out
Martin Blake Greater Western Sydney veteran James McDonald accepts two-match suspension.
AFL
Cats, Magpies recall big guns for grand final replay
Jesse Hogan and Martin Blake Teams for grand final rematch will bear strong resemblance to last year's decider.
