With the Brownlow Medal count just a few hours away, upstart's resident AFL expert Ben Waterworth takes stock of the contenders to walk home with the game's most coveted individual prize.
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Who will be the winners and losers of this year's AFL season? Ben Waterworth gazes into his crystal ball. Let the big game begin.
Herald Sun jobs for former upstart editors
Ben Waterworth and Liam Quinn have both landed full-time jobs at the Melbourne newspaper.
Spring Racing Preview: Derby Day 2011
Our racing guru Ben Asgari chats to legendary jockey Damien Oliver and respected trainer Troy Corstens ahead of tomorrow's Derby Day. He also provides Ben Waterworth with his tips for the big day.
Spring Racing Preview: Cox Plate 2011
Horse Racing purists and punters are licking their lips at the awesome field assembled for the 2011 Cox Plate. Ben Waterworth and Ben Asgari preview the legendary race, plus the other big races that..
Can All Blacks bury their RWC demons?
New Zealand and France will face off in the final of the Rugby World Cup this Sunday. Ben Waterworth says while the French will be challenging, the All Blacks will prove too strong.
Spring Racing Preview: Caulfield Cup 2011
December Draw is set to start as the shortest-priced Caulfield Cup favourite in 45 years. Ben Waterworth and Ben Asgari preview the $2.5 million Group 1 feature, plus the other big races that will be..
From the grandstand: News service now crucial
Ben Waterworth recently returned home from working for the Rugby News Service at the 2011 Rugby World Cup in New Zealand. After his experience at the tournament, he believes the news service at major..
From the grandstand: Kennett for commission
Many AFL fans will be thrilled to see the back of Jeff Kennett when he officially finishes up as Hawthorn president in December this year. But Ben Waterworth believes the outspoken figure should..
AFL Brownlow Medal Preview
Who will be the 2011 season's best and fairest player? Ben Waterworth and John Takemura preview tonight's Brownlow medal count.
Putting our AFL experts to the test
upstart's AFL 'know-it-alls' Ben Waterworth and John Takemura go head to head in this footy quiz, hosted by Ryan Murphy.
AFL Week One Finals Preview: No certainties
After a long and gruelling 24-round season, the AFL finals will commence tonight at the MCG. Ben Waterworth and John Takemura preview the first week of the finals and both believe anything is..
From the grandstand: Grading the rest
While eight AFL clubs are preparing for a gruelling finals series, nine others are relaxing and reflecting on what has been a hectic season. Ben Waterworth assesses the teams that won't be featuring..
Round 24 Preview: A final before finals
With one week to go until the finals, heavyweight clubs Collingwood and Geelong face off in a top-of-the-table clash at the MCG. Ben Waterworth and John Takemura share their tips for that game, plus..
From the grandstand: Collingwood’s best line-up
The sole problem Collingwood has at the moment is deciding which players to leave out of its dominant team. Ben Waterworth predicts the 22 players that will give the Magpies the best chance of going..
Round 23 Preview: Final chance for Roos
Will North Melbourne keep its slim finals hopes alive with a win over St Kilda on Saturday night? Ben Waterworth and John Takemura believe so, as they preview all of the action in Round 23 of the
From the grandstand: Freo must overcome Victorian hoodoo
Fremantle's poor record in Victoria continued on Saturday night with a big loss to North Melbourne. Ben Waterworth believes the Dockers will not be considered premiership contenders until they..
Round 22 Preview: The finals countdown
With finals only three weeks away, so much is on the line for a number of AFL teams this weekend. Ben Waterworth and John Takemura cast their eyes over Round 22 and share their 'expert' analysis.
From the grandstand: Cyril or Buddy?
Hawthorn stars Lance Franklin and Cyril Rioli lit up a tedious contest at the MCG on Saturday, kicking 14 goals between them. Ben Waterworth asks who is the more exciting player: bustling Buddy or..
Round 21 Preview: Dockers’ final chance
Can an injury depleted Fremantle knock over an in-form Carlton to keep its top eight hopes alive? Ben Waterworth and guest co-host Liam Quinn preview that game, as well as the rest of the AFL action..
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