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Former AFL Player Leigh Ryswyk Comes Out as Gay

First article: 25 mar. 2026, 21:01 | Last update: 25 mar. 2026, 21:01 | 1 source | 1 article

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Leigh Ryswyk, who previously played for the Brisbane Lions in the Australian Football League (AFL), has publicly come out as gay. This makes him the first openly gay player in the history of the AFL. His announcement is considered a landmark moment for LGBTQ+ visibility and inclusion within Australian sports culture.

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Former Brisbane Lion Leigh Ryswyk becomes first openly gay AFL player Foto: ABC Australia
ABC Australia 25 mar. 2026, 21:01 (2 hours ago)

Former Brisbane Lion Leigh Ryswyk becomes first openly gay AFL player

Former Brisbane Lions player Leigh Ryswyk has become the first openly gay AFL player, past or present. 

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