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Ross Lyon defends Max King return as injury forces early exit again

St Kilda coach Ross Lyon clashed with journalists over Max King's hamstring injury after the forward returned from a 757-day absence but lasted only until the third quarter against North Melbourne on Friday. King managed two possessions before tightness forced him from the field, with Lyon defending the selection decision and saying scans would determine next steps.

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Published 26 Jul 2026, 11:19 UTC · Updated 26 Jul 2026, 11:21 UTC

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