Analysis from the World Sports Program on the policy, economics and governance of global sport, with issues tied to current events such as host-country security, human rights and FIFA politics. Readers get a structural argument about how governing bodies and host contracts work, plus a guide to what to watch in upcoming decisions.
Website: https://thesportsbrief.substack.com
State Of Swimming+ is a newsletter by journalist Craig Lord covering elite swimming, Olympic sport, and its politics and history, including recent transfers, the ISL comeback, and science news linked to swimming charities. Readers get original reporting, quotes from athletes and coaches, and analysis of the sport's governance and business.
THE INQUISITOR is an investigative newsletter examining the business and governance of the Olympic movement, FIFA and related sports bodies. Recent issues cover UEFA's pressure on FIFA leadership and India's 2036 Olympic bid slogan, with a sceptical, sharply critical tone.
A Manchester City supporter-journalist writes about the Premier League's financial rules verdict against the Abu Dhabi-owned club, examining the UAE's soft power, possible diplomatic pressure, and the league's handling compared with Chelsea's punishment. It suits readers wanting opinionated, politically charged commentary on football governance and sportswashing.
Sports Law Combine covers legal disputes, governance rulings and regulatory news across global sport, including court decisions, arbitration body developments and contract issues. Its excerpts offer short news briefs and weekly roundups that summarise recent events and link to subscriber articles.
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