CARLTON’S fortunes have sunk so low, even its hovercraft is having trouble staying afloat.

A day after the upset loss to the previously winless Brisbane Lions, the hovercraft used in the club's pre-game entertainment this season flipped over on the Yarra River.

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It had to be dragged to the shore and a member of the public sent a photo of the salvage operation to a Melbourne radio station.

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The hovercraft is emblazoned with the famous Carlton club crest.

High winds apparently caused the vehicle to flip over and it is understood there was no damage.