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UFC, Formula 1 and WWE could be the next acquisition targets for streaming giants
(L-R) Conor McGregor of Ireland punches Dustin Poirier in a lightweight fight during the UFC 257 event inside Etihad Arena on UFC Fight Island on January 23, 2021 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Chris Unger | UFC | Getty Images In 2016, before Ultimate Fighting Championship sold for $4 billion to the company that […]
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NFL, MLB and players unions lead the latest round of investment in rapidly growing Fanatics
A detailed photo of the Fanatics apparel displayed at NFL Hospitality during the 2018 NFL Annual Meetings at the Ritz Carlton Orlando, Great Lakes on March 26, 2018 in Orlando, Florida. Mark Brown | Getty Images The NFL, other major sports leagues, players unions and team owners are leading the latest round of investment in […]
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NFL gets a warning from state attorneys general: Address women’s hostile-workplace claims, or face investigations
Roger Goodell Catalina Fragoso | USA TODAY Sports | Reuters Attorneys general of six states warned the National Football League on Wednesday to take “swift action” in responding to recent allegations a “workplace culture that is overtly hostile to women,” or face investigations and possible legal charges. The coalition told NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell in […]
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Here’s how NFL star Bobby Wagner negotiated his $65 million deal with the Rams
Bobby Wagner #54 of the Seattle Seahawks interviews after practice at Training Camp on July 29, 2021 in Renton, Washington. Alika Jenner | Getty Images NFL linebacker Bobby Wagner wanted another challenge as he prepares for life after football. So he represented himself on the 2022 free agent market after he was released in a […]
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Tiger Woods turns up at Augusta National in FootJoy golf shoes, not Nike
A detail of the shoes of Tiger Woods of the United States as he warms up in the practice area prior to the Masters at Augusta National Golf Club on April 03, 2022 in Augusta, Georgia. Gregory Shamus | Getty Images Tiger Woods didn’t wear the iconic Nike swoosh on his feet when he stepped […]
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‘There are so many ways to lose money.’ Advice for college athletes from former basketball player turned financial advisor
University of Arizona Wildcats guard Joe McLean plays defense against UCLA Bruins guard Kevin Dempsey during a Pacific-10 Conference game on Jan. 7, 1993. Ken Levine | Getty Images Sport | Getty Images Like many former NCAA college basketball players, Joe McLean had dreams of playing in the NBA. The 6’6″ forward played four years […]
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Flag football at the Olympics might be the key to the NFL’s overseas business plan
A general view during the NFL London 2021 match between Miami Dolphins and Jacksonville Jaguars at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on October 17, 2021 in London, England. Alex Pantling | Getty Images The NFL says it has a plan to grow its international business to $1 billion annually and attract its next set of fans. But […]
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World Cup 2022: Dates, draw, schedule, kick-off times, final for Qatar tournament
Gio Reyna #11 of the United States is marked by Daniel Chacon #6 of Costa Rica during a FIFA World Cup qualifier game at Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica on March 30, 2022 in San Jose, Costa Rica. Brad Smith | ISI Photos | Getty Images Sport | Getty Images From key dates to kick-off […]
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Las Vegas Grand Prix confirmed for Formula 1 calendar in 2023
In this file photo, the famous Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas Nevada neon sign is seen at dusk. Joe Sohm | Visions Of America | Universal Images Group | Getty Images Formula One will return to Las Vegas next year with the race taking place on the famous Las Vegas Strip. The grand prix will […]
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Stadium developer plans $3 billion sports arena and casino project in Las Vegas
Las Vegas came in first in Hotwire’s ranking of best major metropolises for quick getaways amid the pandemic. Chris Sattlberger/Getty Images Las Vegas’ sports scene is about to get more crowded. Sports executive and entrepreneur Tim Leiweke’s Oak View Group, one of the largest stadium and arena developers in the world, announced Wednesday it has […]
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