North Melbourne football boss Todd Viney says two years of “distractions” for coach Alastair Clarkson as he dealt with historical claims of racism took an “enormous toll” and defended the premiership winner’s lack of progression with the Kangaroos.
After a round 3 win over Melbourne suggested a leap up the ladder, Clarkson’s men have lost four straight games, all by more than 50 points, including a Good Friday thumping by Carlton.
As North s...
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