Just like that and it's Round 17. With just a handful of weeks to go of the regular home and away season, the margin on the tipping leaderboard is growing. Out in front is Meg Lanning on 86 tips followed by Sarah Olle and Vince Rugari on 84. Swans star Nick Davis and Charlotte the Dog have work to do if they're to catch up.
The Sydney Swans are favourites for a win at the MCG while Collingwood and Melbourne are also very strong contenders on the road. With a Thursday night match mere hours away be sure to get your tips in via the Swans Official Tipping Competition, presented by Bitcoin.com.au ASAP.
ROUND 17
EXPERT TIPPERS
Nick Davis:
After playing 71 games for Collingwood between 1999 and 2002, Nick Davis was recruited by the Sydney Swans and played a further 97 games for the Club. After a stint in NRL, the 2005 premiership-winning forward and goal kicking specialist now resides with the Swans as Academy Head Coach for the U18 Female side.
Meg Lanning:
Meg Lanning became a household name in women's cricket when she was named the youngest ever captain of the national team. She is currently the longest-serving captain and is ranked the number one batter for T20 International cricket. Lanning also serves as a proud Sydney Swans ambassador.
Sarah Olle:
Sarah Olle boasts an impressive career as a sports journalist. Hailing from Melbourne, Olle has had a by-line in The Roar and worked as a journalist and digital producer for Fox Sports. The revered writer is currently at afl.com.au, where she can be seen commenting on the biggest stories in the code.
Vince Rugari:
Vince Rugari has over 13 years of experience in the Australian media landscape and has worked as a sports journalist for the Sydney Morning Herald for the past four years. Rugari has past credits in Australian Associated Press and the Cairns Post.
Charlotte the Dog:
Charlotte the King Charles Cavalier spends her weekends watching football, chasing footballs, and every now and then eating footballs. Like the Swans, Charlotte was born in Melbourne but now lives in the Harbour City. An avid football fan since she was a puppy, Charlotte is so passionate about the Swans that even her fur is red and white. Luke “Barker” and Tom “Pupley” are among her favourite players.
