Western Bulldogs utility Billy Gowers was involved in a car accident early on Thursday afternoon, having been at the Club earlier that day.

As a result of the collision, Billy sustained a fractured wrist, which has been repaired today.

There were no other serious injuries sustained by the other occupants of the two vehicles involved.

Billy is expected to be on the sidelines for a short period of time while he recovers from his injury, and his preparation for the 2019 season will not be impacted significantly.