AFL star Jacob Weitering has shocked his teammates, with a surprise baby announcement this week.
The Carlton star, 27, who celebrated his 200th game with the club on Thursday, revealed that he and his wife Isabel were expecting their first child.
And he did it in unique fashion, too, telling teammates in the dressing rooms following Carlton’s bitter 24-point loss to Hawthorn.
As he stepped up to accept a plaque commemorating his milestone, Jacob had just the news to lift the defeated team’s spirits.
The announcement was captured in a clip that was shared to Carlton’s official Instagram on Friday.
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AFL star Jacob Weitering has shocked his teammates, with a surprise baby announcement this week
‘And to my close family, my sister couldn’t be here tonight. She’s in Japan with her boyfriend. I love Grace very much,’ Jacob said.
‘To my parents, thank you for everything you’ve done. You’ve been my absolute rock forever. I can’t thank you enough.
‘And to my wife, Isabel, you’ve been there from the very start. I’m so lucky to have you.’
He then shocked the room with: ‘For those that don’t know, we’re starting a family.’
The news was met with a wave of cheers and applause from teammates and staff, as Isabel stepped into the frame for a romantic moment.
The post was captioned: ‘Weiters announcing this in his post-200 game presentation wasn’t on our bingo card. Congratulations to Jacob and Isabel.’
It was also met with a flurry of congratulations from Carlton supporters, with one offering an excited: ‘The next generation of blues is going to be nothing short of amazing.’
Another chimed in with: ‘You played your heart out and you are one of the best players. I couldn’t be happier for you, congratulations.’
The Carlton star who celebrated his 200th game with the club on Thursday, revealed that he and his wife Isabel were expecting their first child. And he did it in unique fashion, too, telling teammates in the dressing rooms following Carlton’s bitter 24-point loss to Hawthorn
Thanking everyone who helped him get to 200 games, Jacob said: ”And to my wife, Isabel, you’ve been there from the very start. I’m so lucky to have you.’ He then shocked the room with: ‘For those that don’t know, we’re starting a family’
A third echoing the sentiment of many, added: ‘Congratulations Jacob and Isabel, another Blues Baby.’
Not ones to shy away from shocking friends and fans, Jacob and Isabel tied the knot in what was a ‘surprise’ wedding back in November.
The pair had kept the secret quiet over the weekend, with the couple announcing the news the morning after the big day.
Isabel posted several videos on Instagram, captioning the post: ‘The best day’.
The big reveal came five months after they got engaged, with multiple names from around the AFL in attendance for their big day.
Jacob’s teammate Sam Docherty and his partner Natalie played a big role in the day, with Natalie going on to post several videos on her Instagram story of the newlyweds after the ceremony.
The ceremony took place at the gorgeous Ripponlea wedding venue, Quat Quatta, with Isabel stunning as she walked down the aisle.
The pair were seen delivering their vows, sharing a kiss before being seen walking back down the aisle again, before stopping to pose for pictures.