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Mark Hunt Appeal: Court Questions If Athletes Can Consent to Fight Dopers

Mark Hunt argues he was a victim of battery by competing against a 'dirty' fighter, as Lesnar's pre-fight drug test failed.
#nascar

Suing NASCAR teams denied '25 charter status

NASCAR teams, including one owned by Michael Jordan, were denied charter status amid an antitrust lawsuit.

NASCAR faces antitrust lawsuit from 2 teams as Michael Jordan digs in over revenue sharing model

NASCAR teams have initiated a lawsuit claiming the new charter system suppresses competition and creates unfair obligations for teams.

Suing NASCAR teams denied '25 charter status

NASCAR teams, including one owned by Michael Jordan, were denied charter status amid an antitrust lawsuit.

NASCAR faces antitrust lawsuit from 2 teams as Michael Jordan digs in over revenue sharing model

NASCAR teams have initiated a lawsuit claiming the new charter system suppresses competition and creates unfair obligations for teams.
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#transgender-rights

Attorney General James sues over discriminatory law banning transgender women from women's sports

Attorney General challenges law banning transgender girls from women's sports at county facilities.

Transgender New Hampshire girl allowed to play soccer, judge rules, challenging governor's 'fairness in women's sports' law

A federal judge allowed a transgender girl to play soccer while challenging a New Hampshire law banning transgender girls from female sports.

Judge allows transgender New Hampshire girl to play soccer as lawsuit challenges new law

A lawsuit has been filed to challenge the 'Fairness in Women's Sports Act' in New Hampshire, asserting it discriminates against transgender students.

Republican AGs ask SCOTUS to uphold anti-trans sports laws

Republican state attorneys general support anti-transgender sports laws to prioritize biological distinctions in school athletics.

Federal judge refuses to toss anti-transgender athlete lawsuit in Connecticut

A federal judge ruled that a lawsuit by female athletes against transgender participation in sports can proceed, highlighting ongoing legal disputes over gender and athletics.

Attorney General James sues over discriminatory law banning transgender women from women's sports

Attorney General challenges law banning transgender girls from women's sports at county facilities.

Transgender New Hampshire girl allowed to play soccer, judge rules, challenging governor's 'fairness in women's sports' law

A federal judge allowed a transgender girl to play soccer while challenging a New Hampshire law banning transgender girls from female sports.

Judge allows transgender New Hampshire girl to play soccer as lawsuit challenges new law

A lawsuit has been filed to challenge the 'Fairness in Women's Sports Act' in New Hampshire, asserting it discriminates against transgender students.

Republican AGs ask SCOTUS to uphold anti-trans sports laws

Republican state attorneys general support anti-transgender sports laws to prioritize biological distinctions in school athletics.

Federal judge refuses to toss anti-transgender athlete lawsuit in Connecticut

A federal judge ruled that a lawsuit by female athletes against transgender participation in sports can proceed, highlighting ongoing legal disputes over gender and athletics.
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Ex-Clips staffer: Fired for questioning Kawhi care

A former Clippers coach has sued for wrongful termination, alleging violation of tampering laws and negligence regarding Kawhi Leonard's health management.
#fifa

Will global soccer be reshaped after EU's top court issued a major ruling in Lassana Diarra case?

The ECJ ruling could fundamentally change FIFA's player transfer regulations, impacting the $10 billion soccer industry.

Fifa's transfer rules go against European Union law, declares EU's highest court

Fifa's transfer rules violate EU law, threatening to disrupt the football transfer system and player movement across Europe.

FIFPRO, leagues to file antitrust suit vs. FIFA

European Leagues and FIFPRO are challenging FIFA's match calendar under EU antitrust law, citing player health risks and market power abuse.

Explainer: Lassana Diarra and the legal case which could rock football's transfer market

The case challenges FIFA's rules on player contracts, aiming to increase player freedom and potentially reshape regulations governing player transfers.

Will global soccer be reshaped after EU's top court issued a major ruling in Lassana Diarra case?

The ECJ ruling could fundamentally change FIFA's player transfer regulations, impacting the $10 billion soccer industry.

Fifa's transfer rules go against European Union law, declares EU's highest court

Fifa's transfer rules violate EU law, threatening to disrupt the football transfer system and player movement across Europe.

FIFPRO, leagues to file antitrust suit vs. FIFA

European Leagues and FIFPRO are challenging FIFA's match calendar under EU antitrust law, citing player health risks and market power abuse.

Explainer: Lassana Diarra and the legal case which could rock football's transfer market

The case challenges FIFA's rules on player contracts, aiming to increase player freedom and potentially reshape regulations governing player transfers.
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#manchester-city

'Both sides can claim victory' - Man City legal case explained

The tribunal's verdict highlights both Manchester City's and the Premier League's positions, with each emerging with partial victories but no decisive outcome.

Man City vs. Premier League: 115 charges, but what's at stake?

Manchester City's hearing regarding financial rule breaches marks a critical moment for the club and the Premier League.

Manchester City's claim of legal win over Premier League aimed at wider war | Barney Ronay

Both Manchester City and the Premier League claim victory after the tribunal ruling, highlighting the absurdity of their public statements.

'Both sides can claim victory' - Man City legal case explained

The tribunal's verdict highlights both Manchester City's and the Premier League's positions, with each emerging with partial victories but no decisive outcome.

Man City vs. Premier League: 115 charges, but what's at stake?

Manchester City's hearing regarding financial rule breaches marks a critical moment for the club and the Premier League.

Manchester City's claim of legal win over Premier League aimed at wider war | Barney Ronay

Both Manchester City and the Premier League claim victory after the tribunal ruling, highlighting the absurdity of their public statements.
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Cas gives reasons for reducing Pogba doping ban

Pogba's doping ban was reduced from four years to 18 months due to non-intentional ingestion of a banned substance.

Treasure hunt for Daniel Kinahan assets after cartel boss and MTK ordered to pay 8.7m

Judge orders Daniel Kinahan and MTK to pay €8.7 million for damages relating to boxer Joseph Diaz's poaching.
Court ruling reveals connections between organized crime and professional boxing.

Trump fan sues Mets for $2M over MAGA hat ban at Citi Field: 'Emotional distress'

Aura Moody is suing the New York Mets for $2 million, claiming her First Amendment rights were violated when she was barred from wearing a MAGA hat.

WHL player commits to ASU, challenging NCAA

Braxton Whitehead's commitment reflects a potential change in NCAA eligibility rules affecting major-junior players.
This commitment marks a significant moment for CHL players considering NCAA opportunities.

Why Leicester City have avoided PSR punishment after Premier League appeal

Leicester City successfully appealed their profit and sustainability charge, avoiding punishment due to technicalities regarding club status at the time of the appeal.

Staying on the right side of doping controls can be even more complicated for Para athletes | CBC Sports

Anti-doping policies are vital but complicated for Paralympians due to practical challenges and potential medication conflicts.

Jordan Chiles says unjust' stripping of Olympic bronze has led to racist abuse

Jordan Chiles expresses heartbreak over losing her Olympic bronze medal and addresses the racial abuse she faced after the decision.

Florida athletic board bans transgender volleyball player from HS sports for a year, school fined

A Florida high school has been fined and placed on probation for allowing a transgender student to play on the girls volleyball team, in violation of a controversial law
The 2021 law, named "The Fairness in Women's Sports Act," prohibits transgender girls and women from playing on public school teams for girls

Biglaw Wants In On Those Sweet Professional Sports Deals

Elite Biglaw firm, a relative newcomer in sports law, advised PGA Tour on $3B investment and David Rubenstein on $1.7B Orioles purchase.
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