Nick Daicos sets Brownlow Medal record as clubs react to voting
AFL • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 21, 2026, 1:59 PM
Last updated Sep 21, 2026

Nick Daicos earned a record-breaking 47 votes to lead the 2026 Brownlow Medal count. Bailey Smith finished second with a Geelong club record of 36 votes, while Will Ashcroft, Patrick Cripps, and others also had strong performances. Daicos's tally accounted for nearly two-thirds of the Magpies' total votes, marking a standout season in a competitive race. Teams such as the Crows and Lions saw notable contributions from players like Izak Rankine and Ashcroft, further highlighting individual successes throughout the season. Voting breakdowns from various clubs reflect emerging talents and intriguing performances across the league.
- •Nick Daicos received 47 votes, a Brownlow record.
- •Bailey Smith polled 36 votes for Geelong, a club record.
- •Will Ashcroft finished with 27 votes for the Lions.
- •Izak Rankine led the Crows with 25 votes.
- •Patrick Cripps and others made significant impacts in the vote totals.
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