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McDonald-Tipungwuti's long journey to success story
Essendon cult hero Anthony McDonald-Tipungwuti's success this season has come through hard work and persistence.
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McDonald-Tipungwuti poses for a portrait at Essendon's training centre.Credit:Pat Scala
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McDonald-Tipungwuti is tackled high by Cats' Mitch Duncan during this year's NAB Challenge match.Credit:Getty Images
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McDonald-Tipungwuti shows his pace against the Cats.Credit:AFL Media/Getty Images
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McDonald-Tipungwuti poses for a portrait at Essendon's training grounds.Credit:Pat Scala
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McDonald-Tipungwuti has displayed his athleticism since being given his chance.Credit:Getty Images
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McDonald-Tipungwuti and Williamstown's Ed Carr compete for the ball during a VFL Preliminary Final match.Credit:Getty Images
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McDonald-Tipungwuti poses for a portrait at Essendon's training grounds.Credit:Pat Scala
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Catd' Daniel Menzel marks in front of McDonald-Tipungwuti.Credit:Getty Images
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"Everything changed when I accepted God into my life," says McDonald-Tipungwuti, who wears a cross on his wrist tape.Credit:Michael Dodge
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McDonald-Tipungwuti showing his skills in evading Demons' Aaron Vandenberg.Credit:Getty Images
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It was a long road but McDonald-Tipungwuti, seen here celebrating with Bombers teammates, has made it to the big league.Credit:Getty Images