All articles by Martin Ross

Martin Ross

Serie A rights under the hammer

The sale of TV rights to Italy’s Serie A has often been beset by legal or regulatory complications, but the forthcoming auction is set against a backdrop of seemingly unprecedented circumstances.

Digital rights in China: Boom or bust?

The frantic rush for exclusive sports content among China’s online players has delivered inflated fees for federations, leagues and agencies alike in the last 18 months. Martin Ross examines whether the spending is sustainable and who might last the pace.