Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge has praised Rory Lobb’s ability to handle the heat after the spearhead was physically and verbally targeted in the 49-point demolition of Fremantle. 7NEWS 7AFL
Lobb was set upon by Fremantle players even before the first bounce, and he was involved in several other wrestles throughout Friday’s match as his former Dockers teammates vented their fury against him.The 30-year-old, who left the Dockers in frosty circumstances last year, ended the match with 1.3 and six marks to his name from 12 disposals in the 17.16 to 10.9 victory.
“It’s interesting, isn’t it? You know, former teammates - and maybe it’s to get us offside,” Beveridge said of Fremantle’s intent to physically target Lobb.Twitter - @7AFL“I don’t think anything untoward eventuated but it’s a cauldron out there and when you’re the centre of the physical focus, it’s not always easy.“He didn’t kick too straight tonight himself, but I thought he had a real impact. I thought he handled the night pretty well.
After the match, Lobb joined in the light-hearted nature of the venture by happily posing with a can of the beer.“I don’t know why it’s salty and sour, because I’m not really salty and sour to be honest,” Lobb told Channel 7.
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