‘Very pro a week off’: Chol learns fate over Stewart concussion as debate erupts over pre-grand final bye

Geelong have been hit with an enormous blow, with star Tom Stewart ruled out of the grand final with concussion after a first-quarter incident, while Hawthorn’s Mabior Chol has been handed a hefty suspension.

The Cats stormed home after the first break to book their place in the decider with a dominant final three quarters, but the major talking point was the defender’s health.

Stewart was heavily tackled by Chol, having been knocked off balance by Sam Butler, with his head hitting the gro...