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ESPN & NBA Finalise Historic $76bn Media Rights Deal

ESPN, the Walt Disney Company, and the NBA are finalising a groundbreaking media rights agreement worth a staggering $76 billion, marking a seismic shift in sports broadcasting. Get the full story on this historic deal.

Tom Brady Abruptly Quits Las Vegas Raiders Ownership Bid

NFL icon Tom Brady has dramatically withdrawn from his planned minority ownership of the Las Vegas Raiders, citing 'unforeseen complexities' as he pivots focus to his landmark £300 million Fox broadcasting role, leaving the sports world reeling.

CBS apologises after sex toy ad airs during NFL game

American broadcaster CBS has issued a grovelling apology after a sexually explicit advertisement for a pleasure product was accidentally broadcast during its live coverage of the Cincinnati Bengals vs. Jacksonville Jaguars NFL game, leaving viewers stunne

Amazon Prime wins exclusive Champions League UK rights

Amazon Prime Video has landed exclusive rights to broadcast the first-ever all-English Champions League final in a groundbreaking deal starting from the 2024/25 season, marking a seismic shift in UK sports broadcasting.

Alan Sugar slams 'patronising' Sky Sports pundits

Lord Sugar has launched a scathing attack on Sky Sports, accusing their football pundits, particularly Jamie Redknapp, of 'patronising' viewers with simplistic commentary. The Apprentice star demands more respect for the intelligence of the average fan.

Erin Andrews blasts NFL trolls over interview criticism

Fox Sports' renowned sideline reporter Erin Andrews delivers a powerful clapback to online critics targeting her NFL post-game interviews, defending the immense pressure and skill required for live broadcasts.

Dave Portnoy's Pizza Festival Scores Huge TV Ratings Win

Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy's inaugural One Bite Pizza Festival delivered a stunning viewership victory for Fox Sports, drawing a colossal audience and dominating the weekend's sports broadcasting ratings in a surprise triumph.

JJ Watt Makes Stunning NFL Commentary Debut For CBS

NFL legend JJ Watt has officially made his highly anticipated transition from the gridiron to the commentary booth, making his debut as a CBS Sports analyst during the Baltimore Ravens' clash with the Washington Commanders.

Portnoy Accuses ESPN's Ryan Clark of 'Race-Baiting'

Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy launches a furious tirade against ESPN analyst Ryan Clark, accusing him of 'race-baiting' in a heated debate over NFL diversity. The war of words erupts on social media, exposing deep divisions in sports commentary.

Dave Portnoy's Fox Future in Doubt After Segment Pulled

Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy faces an uncertain future with Fox Sports after his controversial college football picks segment, 'Dave Portnoy's Rough N' Rowdy Pregame Show,' was abruptly pulled from the air. Internal debates rage over his on-air su

Sky Sports censors Trump protests during US Open final

Broadcasters including Sky Sports were issued a direct order to mute anti-Trump protests and avoid lingering shots of the former President during the US Open men's final, sparking a debate over broadcasting impartiality and political influence in sport.

Broadcasters Told to Mute Trump Booing at US Open

Major broadcasters covering the US Open men's final have received explicit instructions to avoid amplifying any crowd booing directed at Donald Trump, who is attending the match at Arthur Ashe Stadium.

Venus, LeBron, Ronaldo: Redefining Athletic Age

Elite athletes like Venus Williams, LeBron James, and Cristiano Ronaldo are shattering age barriers. Discover the science and secrets behind the revolution extending top-level careers deep into the 40s.

NFL RedZone To Feature Commercials From 2025

The beloved, ad-free NFL RedZone channel, hosted by Scott Hanson, is set for a major shake-up in 2025 with the introduction of commercial breaks, marking a pivotal moment for football broadcasting.

Tom Brady's Fox Sports Broadcasting Debut Date Confirmed

NFL icon Tom Brady is set to make his long-awaited Fox Sports broadcasting debut in 2024, with a special Week 1 appearance alongside Kevin Burkhardt, marking a new chapter for the seven-time Super Bowl champion.

Trump Vows to Defund NPR and PBS if Re-Elected

Former President Donald Trump has pledged to strip federal funding from public broadcasters NPR and PBS if he wins a second term, reigniting his longstanding battle with perceived media bias.

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