The competition is in full swing this week with all 18 teams competing for premiership points in Round 1.
With just two matches played last week and no correct predictions from our expert tippers, this week is an opportunity to gain an early edge over the competition.
Our expert tippers are in agreement for most games this weekend, with Carlton, Adelaide and Gold Coast all expected to notch their first wins according to our experts.
However, there are a few predictions which veer away from the clear favourites. Lachlan McKirdy is backing Fremantle to upset Geelong at GMHBA stadium and Meg Lanning is favouring Melbourne to triumph over GWS.
Have you submitted your tips? Select your predictions via the Official Tipping Competition of the Sydney Swans, presented by bitcoin.com.au, before the first bounce tonight. If you haven't already, there's still time to sign up HERE.
ROUND 1 TIPS
EXPERT TIPPERS
John Longmire:
Longmire took over the role of Sydney Swans senior coach in 2011, leading the red and white to 11 finals appearances and five Grand Finals. The club's longest-serving coach was part of the team to deliver the drought-breaking 2005 premiership, after joining the club as assistant coach in 2002. He played 200 games for North Melbourne, kicked 511 goals between 1988 to 1999 and appeared in the 1999 premiership-winning 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.
True Bloods Podcast:
Hosted by David Baxter and Madison Clarke, the True Bloods Podcast is the number one independent Sydney Swans Fan podcast, run by supporters, for supporters. In late 2024 the podcast reached an impressive milestone with 200 episodes since its inception at the start of the 2018 season.
Lachlan McKirdy:
Lachlan McKirdy is an AFL reporter for The Daily Telegraph and CODE Sports based in Sydney. He has been following footy for as long as he can remember and backs himself to at least get one game right each weekend (even in the bye rounds). A sports journalist in various capacities for nearly 10 years, he has also worked with the International Olympic Committee and Sporting News.
Lucy:
Lucy the Great Dane spends her weekends parading around the Eastern Suburbs of Sydney – doing laps around her home ground - the SCG. Loves a walk in Centennial Park, chasing the Sherrin – the bigger the better - and eats a LOT, much like our Coach, ‘Horse’. Born in South Melbourne but recently re-located to the Harbour City. Favourite player is Great Dane Rampe.
