Port Adelaide coach Ken Hinkley has reassured fans that the club has a strong handle on Ollie Wines' heart condition after the 2021 Brownlow Medallist was subbed out during Sunday’s narrow eight-point win over the Sydney Swans.
“Ollie has dealt with this before, and we’ve taken steps in the past to manage it," Hinkley said. "While it reoccurred today, we have confidence in our medical team and will continue to support him fully.”
Wines, who was seen back on the bench after the incident, was reportedly in good spirits.
“He’s comfortable. The positive thing is, he knows the signs and how to respond,” Hinkley added. “He self-diagnosed and came off saying, ‘My heart’s doing a few silly things right now.’ It sounds scary, but he and our medical team are very much in control of the situation. We’ll run all the necessary tests this week.”
Wines had previously revealed that he underwent a corrective procedure late last year to address the issue. Speaking to Adelaide Now in February, he said: “I had something done pre-Christmas, so as far as I’m concerned, it’s all fixed. I shouldn’t have the problem ever again.”
Pictured with his partner Olivia, Wines has continued to manage his condition under the guidance of medical professionals, and the club remains optimistic about his ongoing health and return to play.

Wines, who was seen back on the bench after the incident, was reportedly in good spirits.
“He’s comfortable. The positive thing is, he knows the signs and how to respond,” Hinkley added. “He self-diagnosed and came off saying, ‘My heart’s doing a few silly things right now.’ It sounds scary, but he and our medical team are very much in control of the situation. We’ll run all the necessary tests this week.”
Wines had previously revealed that he underwent a corrective procedure late last year to address the issue. Speaking to Adelaide Now in February, he said: “I had something done pre-Christmas, so as far as I’m concerned, it’s all fixed. I shouldn’t have the problem ever again.”
Pictured with his partner Olivia, Wines has continued to manage his condition under the guidance of medical professionals, and the club remains optimistic about his ongoing health and return to play.