Rookie inks new deal

ESSENDON sensation Nic Martin has secured a two-year contract extension in reward for his sparkling start to the season.

The hard-running forward who has firmed into third favourite for this year’s Rising Star award has inked a new deal until the end of 2024.

Martin has been one of the Bombers’ best in his first year in red and black, providing a silver lining on a poor start to the year for Ben Rutten’s men.

The West Australian, who kicked five goals against Geelong on debut, only landed at the club in February but has impressed with his work-ethic, decision-making and nous around goals.