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Ugle-Hagan stance inspires Jones, Indigenous Australia

Jamarra Ugle-Hagan was the toast of fans and earned high praise after his anti-racism stand. (Morgan Hancock/AAP PHOTOS) (AAP)

Liam Jones struggled to find the right words to comfort Western Bulldogs teammate Jamarra Ugle-Hagan after he was subjected to vile racist attacks, but says the emerging star's strength has inspired his club and people.

Indigenous forward Ugle-Hagan took a powerful stance against racism on Thursday night, echoing former St Kilda champion Nicky Winmar's iconic gesture by lifting his jumper and pointing to his skin.

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