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Ed's note: This story was published in February 2015
Richmond midfielder Dustin Martin has agreed to a two-year contract extension, tying him to the club until the end of 2017.
A settled Martin was off contract this season but he and his manager Ralph Carr have avoided what would be ongoing speculation to re-sign early.
He has played 109 matches since being taken with the third pick in the 2009 national draft.
"Dustin was always committed to continuing his career at Richmond," Richmond's general manager of football Dan Richardson said.
"It's obviously great news, as Dustin is such a pivotal player in our plans for the future.
"Dustin's development, both on and off the field, has been extremely impressive, and it's exciting to think that at just 23, he still has scope for significant further improvement.
"Following a strong pre-season, we look forward to seeing him take another key step in his league career in 2015."
Coach Damien Hardwick wants Martin to lift his standard of play this season and become a "contested ball king" like Essendon skipper Jobe Watson.
Martin's signature leaves key defender Alex Rance as the priority signing for the Tigers.
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