AFL, Daniel Ward, Open Mike, Fox Footy, Gambling, Addiction – Fox Sports

WHEN Daniel Wards gambling addiction was at its most menacing he couldnt afford to fill up his car with petrol. Sometimes, hed even forgo food.

But the former Melbourne defender says the friendships hes lost and the trust hes broken are the most permanent reminders of his battle with the punt.

Ive damaged the relationships of the people important to me in my life: my wife, two kids, family and close friends, Ward said on Fox Footys Open Mike.

I think those relationships have been tarnished for sure.

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