Bailey Smith dominated the spotlight on the Brownlow Medal red carpet, primarily due to his striking sunglasses. During an interview with Nine’s Tom Morris and Tony Jones, Smith appeared somewhat reticent, offering limited commentary. When Jones asked him how he was feeling, Smith humorously responded with “chompers, chomp, chomp,” a nod to Jones’ nickname, amidst some beeps censoring his words while talking to fellow player Dale Thomas.
At 24 years old, Smith is pivotal to the Geelong Cats’ upcoming finals campaign, set for September 27. His teammate Jeremy Cameron was also present on the red carpet, expressing optimism about the night. Cameron remarked on the significance of the event, quipping, “should poll well,” in reference to potential accolades, and added, “I’m hungry” as he made his way off.
Overall, the evening encapsulated a blend of fashion, camaraderie, and anticipation for the forthcoming grand final.