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In the golden age of sports content, traditional sports journalism is disappearing

by Kai Ryssdal and Richard Cunningham

Feb 23, 2024

The teams have the money, and remaining media outlets like ESPN are becoming more dependent on them. Author Keith O’Brien explains.

Rugby pros Mitch Kenny, left, and Brian To'o are interviewed in Manchester, England. Sports are as visible as ever, but professional coverage is waning, along with pressure for transparency and accountability.

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