I’m not done yet, Ablett insists

GARY Ablett is adamant he has not played his last AFL game as Geelong seeks guidance about whether he could train if he entered a 14-day Gold Coast quarantine hub.

Ablett is back in Geelong training with triple premiership star Andrew Mackie, who has volunteered for regular COVID testing and biosecurity protocols to train with his flag teammate.

Ablett flew home on Saturday to be with wife Jordan and son Levi, who is battling a rare degenerative condition, but instead of a mercy dash it was a carefully planned mission.

Ablett is adamant the period back at home will allow him to unite with teammates after serving a 14-day quarantine at the Southport Mantra.

Teammates who listened to Ablett address the Cats’ list on Friday night were in no doubt they will see him again chasing a farewell premiership before the season is out. His brilliant form as the No.1-ranked forward in the game has seen commentators wonder if he might consider his future.

But Ablett has been absolutely categoric with Geelong that this is his final season in a stunning career.

Geelong football boss Simon Lloyd said the Cats were still seeking clarification on what players could do if they flew from Melbourne into the quarantine period.

“It is one of the things we are working closely on with the AFL and the Queensland state government,” Lloyd said.

“The protocols players are adhering to are strict and we are going above and beyond what the general public are.”