Donald J. Trump and the weaponization of modern sport
The intersection of athletics, finance, and ideology The trajectory of Donald J. Trump’s public life is inextricably bound to the
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Mamdani signs order to block events with 20 or more people during World Cup 2026
New York City is moving to limit new park events during the FIFA World Cup, saying police resources will be stretched by tournament security and other major public gatherings. The move could affect concerts, food festivals and some private celebrations that would normally need permits in city parks.
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Hugo Ekitike faces World Cup doubt after serious injury in PSG defeat
Hugo Ekitike’s injury during Liverpool’s defeat to PSG has raised serious concerns, with early reports suggesting the striker could miss the remainder of the season and potentially the 2026 World Cup.
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Nordic countries on hosting World Aquatics after Russia return: Not happening, it’s disgracefull
Nordic swimming federations say they will stop hosting World Aquatics events after the federation restored full competition rights to Russian and Belarusian athletes. The countries are not planning a boycott, but they do not want to stage meets while that policy remains in place.
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Henry sees Ronaldo-like mentality in Yamal as Barcelona fall short in Europe
Lamine Yamal’s bold words were matched by his performance, earning praise from Thierry Henry, who likened the teenager’s mentality to a young Cristiano Ronaldo after Barcelona’s European exit.
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Anfield can’t rescue Liverpool from PSG defeat
Liverpool’s European campaign came to an end as Paris Saint-Germain delivered a composed performance at Anfield, proving that even the stadium’s famed atmosphere could not overturn a tie largely decided in the first leg.
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Raphinha risks ban after explosive rant and gesture to Atlético fans
Barcelona’s Champions League exit has sparked controversy, with Raphinha facing possible UEFA action after calling the match “completely robbed,” according to *SportBible*.
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Arne Slot says Liverpool must sell to buy as Salah and Robertson exits reshape the summer
Liverpool are heading into a pivotal summer with two senior players set to leave and Arne Slot acknowledging that further recruitment will depend on sales. The comments come after Liverpool’s Champions League exit to Paris Saint Germain and with the club sitting fifth in the Premier League.
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BBL sell-off plan stalls as states push Cricket Australia to slow down
The future of the Big Bash League is uncertain as major stakeholders push back against Cricket Australia’s proposal to introduce private investment into the competition.
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Dembélé’s late double ends Liverpool’s comeback hopes as Paris Saint Germain stay in control at Anfield
According to reporting from Reuters and Andy Hunter of The Guardian, Paris Saint Germain beat Liverpool 2,0 at Anfield to complete a 4,0 aggregate win in the Champions League quarter final, with Ousmane Dembélé scoring twice after Liverpool failed to turn a strong spell and an overturned penalty call into a route back into the tie.
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