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The stories that move the game

What our desk covers

Every story is chosen for what it means to the athlete.

Money

Ownership, valuations, debt, media rights and the deals that reshape clubs and leagues.

Governance

Regulators, governing bodies and the rulings that decide how fair the game is.

Welfare

Workload, mental health, unpaid wages and the protections athletes are owed.

The next generation

College pay, NIL, academies and pathways for student athletes in the US and the UK.

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