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Bulldogs say Lake no fake
The Age
April 21, 2008 - 8:14PM

The Western Bulldogs insist Brian Lake's injuries are legitimate, despite ongoing cynicism from Richmond.

The Bulldogs said Lake will need a test and medical assessment ahead of Saturday night's AFL match against West Coast at Telstra Dome.

"Brian underwent an ultrasound and full medical assessment on his hamstring, hip and back this afternoon," the club said in a statement.

"The results of the medical tests conducted show some damage and Brian will be limited to light training this week due to continual back spasms and hip pain.

"He will undergo a test and medical assessment at the end of the week."

Lake took a mark late in Sunday's draw against the Tigers, but claimed he could not take the shot at goal because he was injured.

Ruckman Will Minson, a better shot for goal, took the kick and his accuracy tied the match.

Richmond coach Terry Wallace predicted post-match that Lake would play this week, while earlier on Monday Nathan Brown also doubted that the Bulldog backman was really hurt

"I don't think Brian was injured, I just think Brian was very clever," said Brown.