Port Adelaide’s Jeremy Finlayson says he’s “p***ed off” he copped a three-game suspension for a homophobic slur.
Finlayson made the slur during Port Adelaide’s win over Essendon at Gather Round in Adelaide.
The Power forward self-reported the comment and apologised in a video released by Port Adelaide.
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After being handed the ban, Finlayson conceded again his behaviour was unacceptable.
“The word I used has no place in our society or our game,” Finlayson said at the time.
“Words can be very hurtful and what I said on Friday night was totally unacceptable.
“I unreservedly apologise again to the Essendon player, my teammates, Port Adelaide members and supporters and the LGBTQIA+ community for the distress I have caused.
“I accept the AFL’s sanction and now look forward to reflecting on my behaviour and seeking education to improve myself and understand the impact such comments can have on the broader community.”
But Finlayson, appearing on the Sh!t Talkers podcast with his wife Kellie, revealed he was less than happy with the suspension...
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