Chris Judd

Australian rules footballer and Brownlow Medalist

Chris Judd - Australian rules footballer and Brownlow Medalist
Born

September 8th, 1983
42 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Australia

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A professional Australian rules footballer, this athlete played for the West Coast Eagles and the Carlton Football Club in the Australian Football League (AFL). Career began in 2002 with West Coast, where significant achievements included winning the premiership in 2006. Subsequently transferred to Carlton in 2008. Renowned for exceptional skills, agility, and on-field leadership, this athlete earned the prestigious Brownlow Medal in 2004 while with the West Coast Eagles. Career concluded in 2015, leaving a legacy in the league.

Winning the Brownlow Medal in 2004

Winning the AFL Premiership with West Coast in 2006

Captaining the Carlton Football Club

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