Nic Newman in action during round six, 2024. Picture: AFL Photos

CARLTON'S Nic Newman has escaped suspension for his late bump on Melbourne's Alex Neal-Bullen during Thursday night's one-point win at the MCG.

In the third quarter, Newman jumped off the ground and appeared to make glancing contact with the Demon's head after he disposed of the ball.

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The Match Review Officer graded the incident as careless conduct, low impact and high contact, drawing a $3750 fine ($2500 with an early plea).

Newman's teammate Lachie Cowan was also fined $3125 for striking Neal-Bullen in the second quarter, with that incident graded as careless conduct, low impact and body contact. Cowan can accept a $1875 fine with an early plea.