MLB expansion: A look at the frontrunners and their appeal
Since its last expansion in 1998, Major League Baseball (MLB) has maintained a stable structure of 30 franchises. However, as…
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Tom Subak-Sharpe
Tom Subak-Sharpe is a associate analyst within the sports team at GlobalData, covering a multitude of sports for the ‘Business of…’ series, with a particular interest in soccer, rugby union, cricket and American football.
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FC Barcelona’s €40m sponsorship with DRC: A financial necessity or ethical dilemma?
FC Barcelona, one of the biggest soccer clubs globally, continues to attract significant brand partnerships due to its extensive global…
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The meteoric rise of Lamine Yamal
Lamine Yamal, an incredible talent in the world of soccer, has rapidly ascended to prominence, showcasing his skills with FC…
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Newcastle Falcons: A new era under Red Bull ownership
Newcastle Falcons, a storied name in English rugby since its inception in 1877, have faced significant challenges in recent years,…
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Is India next for Allianz to make a naming rights splash?
Allianz is recognized as a leading insurance and asset management company globally. It serves over 125 million clients across more…
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Analyzing the commercial landscape of professional padel
Invented in Mexico in 1969, padel has emerged in this decade as one of the fastest-growing sports globally, with significant…
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Viewership figures on the rise as 2025 Super Rugby Pacific starts strong
Super Rugby Pacific, commonly known as Super Rugby, is the premier club rugby tournament in the Southern Hemisphere, showcasing top…
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New investors arrive to take the Hundred on a path to English cricket dominance
The Hundred was launched in 2021 to debut a new 100-ball format to global cricket. This initiative aimed to simplify…
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Netflix’s successful NFL broadcasts justify entry into live sports
In May 2024, Netflix announced its inaugural media rights agreement with the NFL, a three-year contract through 2026. Under this…
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Could the British and Irish Lions be heading Stateside in 2029?
With a history dating back to 1888, the British and Irish Lions are a composite rugby union team selected from…