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AFL legend sues league and former clubs over concussions

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Gary Ablett senior (centre) is seen watching his son Gary play Source: AAP / DAVE HUNT

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One of the AFL's greatest ever players is suing the league and two clubs, claiming on-field concussions have left him with significant brain damage. Gary Ablett Senior's Supreme Court writ is the latest test case for sporting codes dealing with the long-term impact of head knocks.

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