Charlie Curnow to undergo surgery, GWS gun out for a month in AFL injury carnage

News.com.au - 18/02
A Carlton superstar has undergone minor knee surgery to address a complaint relating to an old injury, and it will reportedly cost him his Round 1 availability.

A Carlton superstar has undergone minor knee surgery to address a complaint relating to an old injury, and it will reportedly cost him his Round 1 availability.

Meanwhile, the injury news for No.1 pick Sam Lalor isn’t good, but he remains a Round 1 chance.

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Two-time Coleman medallist Charlie Curnow underwent a procedure on his knee on Tuesday, but the Blues believe he ‘remains on track to feature in the opening rounds’ of the season.

“This procedure allowed for the removal of a screw that is no longer required from an old knee injury, which the club was able to identify as the cause of a small level of discomfort for Curnow over the last week,” a club communication read.

“The club has been able to move quickly to have it corrected to ensure there will be no ongoing impact for Curnow once the season begins.

“Due to the minor nature of the surgery, Curnow will be able to recommence running within the week, full training in the coming weeks and be available to play in either Rounds 1 or 2.”

And while there is no firm club commitment on his Round 1 availability, Her...
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