Sportsbet parts ways with AFL umpire Nick Foot
The bookmaker has made its decision.
www.sen.com.auHere’s the latest I can share based on recent reporting:
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Nick Foot has stepped away from his role as a Sportsbet racing analyst. Sportsbet announced it will no longer feature serving sports administrators or officials in its programming, and Foot confirmed his departure from the on-air Get On racing team. This marks a separation between his AFL umpiring duties and betting-coverage duties going forward. He remains involved in horse racing through his podcast, 2 Units, with Dave Strehlau.[3]
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In early May 2026, multiple outlets reported the same development, noting Foot’s departure from the Get On program and acknowledging his ongoing umpiring career and interest in both football and racing. Additional coverage from Australian outlets confirms the decision by the bookmaker and quotes Foot reflecting on his time with the racing team.[1][3]
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There have been related public appearances and discussions surrounding Foot in media, including podcasts and interviews that highlight his career in umpiring, as well as his experiences covering racing in various capacities.[4][6]
If you’d like, I can pull direct links to each source or summarize key statements from Foot and Sportsbet for quick reference. I can also check for any updates later today, given the fast nature of sports media coverage.
Sources:
- Nick Foot steps away from Sportsbet racing analyst role – The Straight[1]
- Sportsbet parts ways with AFL umpire Nick Foot – SEN/Australian outlets[3]
- Nick Foot profile and related content – YouTube episode pages[4]