Peter Gordon (lawyer)

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Peter Gordon (born 1957) is an Australian lawyer who also served two terms as President of the Western Bulldogs in the Australian Football League (AFL).

Born and raised in West Footscray, Victoria, Gordon started supporting the Bulldogs when he was four. In March 2008 Gordon was recognized for his contribution to the Bulldogs when he appointed the club's No. 1 Male Ticket Holder. [1]

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References

  1. "Peter Gordon new No.1 Male Ticket Holder". Western Bulldogs. 6 March 2008.