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Manny Pacquiao’s career of being punched in the head has perhaps taken its toll on the Filipino ex-boxer, current politician. His recent comments that those in gay relationships “are worse than animals” saw his popularity plummet and Nike swiftly terminated his contract. Read more about turbulent sponsorships on page 46.
Giancarlo Stanton signed the largest and most unusual contract in North American sports history. Hotshot outfielder Giancarlo Stanton signed a 13-year deal worth a reported $325 million. What makes the agreement so unique -apart from its duration - is that Stanton will be earning less for the first three years than he would have through arbitration. But not to worry, after three years of tightening his belt, his wages will shoot up to slightly over $30 million per season.
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POVA Maria Sharapova has received a provisional ban from the sport that made her famous for taking a banned heart-treatment medicine. In the murky waters of doping in sports, it is difficult to separate the truth from the PR presentation, but at least Sharapova’s heartfelt admission is a redeeming feature.
Conor McGregor. Despite his recent loss at the hands of Nate Diaz, Conor McGregor has become a household name and put the world of mixed martial arts in the front-page headlines. The Dubliner has shot to fame with his dedication and talent; and his silver tongue has played no small role in generating his generous paychecks.
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The world of sports can be just as fickle as the games themselves. Find out who got the big win and who was sent to the sin bin in On Top, Hit Bottom.
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Jose Mourinho’s nostalgic return to Chelsea turned into a nightmare as he went from blunder to blunder. Unfair treatment of staff, disarray in the dressing room, prickly press conferences and the worst attempt at a title defense in the history of the Premier League led to “The Special One’s” monumental fall from grace.
