Lachie Neale and Abbey Holmes' defiant post-game act after Kissgate controversy

Lachie Neale and Abbey Holmes' defiant post-game act after Kissgate controversy Lachie Neale and Abbey Holmes share kiss after AFL final Pair sparked controversy earlier in the year after similar act Brisbane Lions roared to victory in grand final on Saturday By James Cooney For Daily Mail Australia Published: 00:40, 29 September 2024 | Updated: 00:40, 29 September 2024 e-mail View comments Abbey Holmes and Lachie Neale have sent a clear message to their detractors by again sharing a polite kiss in the aftermath of Brisbane's AFL grand final victory. The Brisbane Lions rebounded from last year's grand final heartbreak in stunning fashion, belting Sydney by 60 points to claim their first AFL premiership in more than two decades. Lachie Neale (33 disposals) and Norm Smith Medal winner Will Ashcroft (30) starred in the 18.

12 (120) to 9.6 (60) win at the MCG on Saturday, which completes the Lions' long climb to the summit under Chris Fagan. After the final siren, Holmes interviewed Neale and the pair shared a quick kiss on the cheek as they had earlier in the year.

The AFL commentator had previously come under fire for a kiss on the cheek that she shared with Neale after an on-field interview in round 13. The pair, friends off the pitch, ignited a debate over whether the kiss was appropriate, with some commentators claiming it crossed a line. Holmes, a former AFLW player, responded by describing the response as 'really upsetting'.

'Jules Neale ...

sent me a message this morning s.