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South Sydney’s Surge, AFL Inconsistency & F1 Driver Chaos | Ahead of the Game Ep. 14

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Ahead of the Game Ep. 14

South Sydney’s Surge, AFL Inconsistency & F1 Driver Chaos | Ahead of the Game Ep. 14

With Ryan sidelined by a croaky voice, Josh Darke steps in for a fiery episode of Ahead of the Game, covering NRL upsets, AFL collapses, and F1 drama.

Shit That’s Happened – Souths Up, Panthers Down & Port’s Fall

🐇 South Sydney stunned Penrith to go 3-1 and spark talk of a top 4 push.

Should we panic about the Panthers' form? Jez thinks the alarm bells are ringing, but Josh says they just need time with Cleary, Edwards, and Luai missing.

🟣 In the AFL, Port Adelaide were dismantled by Essendon just a week after thrashing the Tigers. Jez sees a leadership gap, while Josh labels them “the Manly Sea Eagles of the AFL”—impossible to predict!

Red Bull’s Driver Swap – Too Soon for Lawson?

🏎️ After just 2 races, Red Bull pulled the pin on Liam Lawson, swapping him out for Yuki Tsunoda.

Jez questions if Lawson was given a fair chance, especially after car prep issues in the early races. Josh argues that Red Bull never really committed long-term, comparing Lawson’s situation to Pierre Gasly’s past demotion.

Can Tsunoda deliver under pressure? And what happens next for Lawson’s career?

Whaddya Watchin – NRL & AFL Round Highlights

🏉 Dragons vs Storm

Jez points out Shane Flanagan’s strong coaching record vs Bellamy, and with Jahrome Hughes out, could the Dragons cause an upset? Josh says not likely—Storm are elite even with injuries.

🏉 Suns vs Demons

The Gold Coast Suns are flying with 3 straight wins. A win at the MCG would prove they’re top 8 material, while Melbourne’s 4-game losing streak at the G adds tension.

🏉 Western Derby

Fremantle are under the pump, sitting 17th and tipped as a premiership threat preseason. Josh wonders if Longmuir is coaching for his job, especially if they lose to West Coast, the league’s cellar dwellers.

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