Paramount's $7.7B UFC deal signals shift in sports media strategy
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Paramount has made a significant investment in sports media by acquiring UFC rights for $1.1 billion annually starting in 2026, surpassing previous spending by ESPN and signaling a bold move before the U.S. sports media market faces challenges.
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