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Originally Published 3 months ago — by The New York Times
Saudi Arabia is hosting a flag football event featuring NFL stars like Tom Brady and Rob Gronkowski in Riyadh, as part of the league's efforts to expand into new markets, with support from Fanatics and investments from sovereign wealth funds.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CNBC
Cleveland is making a formal bid to host a WNBA expansion team, spearheaded by Dan Gilbert, owner of the Cleveland Cavaliers. Rock Entertainment Group plans to submit a proposal as the WNBA aims to expand to 16 teams by 2028. Cleveland officials believe the city's strong sports culture and infrastructure make it an ideal candidate. The city previously hosted the Cleveland Rockers, a WNBA team from 1997 to 2003. The WNBA is experiencing growth, with increased viewership and merchandise sales, making this an opportune time for expansion.