AFL draft prospect faces police charges
Less than a week before the AFL draft, highly-rated Geelong Falcons player Charlie Curnow has allegedly refused a breath test.
www.sbs.com.auHere’s the latest on Charlie Curnow based on recent reporting.
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Injury status and return window: Charlie Curnow has had knee-related surgeries and has been in and out of training, with reports in early 2025 suggesting he was aiming to be fit for the early rounds, though he faced rounds where he was unlikely to play due to knee issues. This indicates a cautious, phased return rather than an immediate full-season involvement.[1][6]
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2025 season context: Curnow continued to be Carlton’s leading goalkicker when fit, but persistent knee problems limited his availability and led to season-ending considerations in various reports, including speculation about how the Blues might manage him across the year.[3][6]
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Career notes and recent developments: Curnow has been a prominent figure for Carlton with periods of high performance, but his ongoing injury history has affected his playing time and future trade discussions has been noted in some outlets, reflecting broader interest in his status with Carlton.[1][3]
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