Geelong Player Bailey Smith Verbally Abuses Photographer at Training

Geelong AFL star Bailey Smith verbally abused and flipped off a female photographer, Alison Wynd, during an open training session ahead of the preliminary final. Smith, who was receiving back treatment, confronted Wynd and accused her of "baiting" him and doing a "f---ing shit job" while she was taking photos, which he claimed invaded his privacy. The photographer stated she was simply doing her job, having been invited by the club to the session, but Smith doubled back to continue his verbal abuse and demanded the photos be deleted. This incident marks the second time Smith has lashed out at photographers this season and comes amid prior fines and criticism for his on-field gestures and social media conduct. The confrontation has added drama to the Cats' build-up to the finals, highlighting tensions between players and media coverage during open sessions. Media access to the training was officially granted to capture the team's preparation for the upcoming match at the MCG.