Melbourne captain Max Gawn has shone the spotlight firmly on his vice captain, Jordan Dawson, declaring him the man of the night at the 2026 All-Australian Awards.
In a touching gesture that drew widespread attention, Gawn pointed to Dawson as the evening's standout figure, directing praise toward his deputy rather than accepting any individual recognition for himself.
The moment highlighted the strong bond between the two Melbourne leaders, with Gawn's acknowledgement of Dawson reflecting the respect the skipper holds for his vice captain's contribution to the occasion.
