The Knicks’ new sponsorship with Abu Dhabi reflects both the Dolan family and NBA going all-in with the oil-rich emirate in their global expansion.
Politics in Sports
Saudi Arabia’s capture of the sports world is an investment in its future prosperity and security, and the longevity of the Saudi dynasty.
Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker launches PAC to boost Christian turnout, signaling deeper political ambitions ahead.
The New York Jets fired head coach Robert Saleh after a 2-3 season start, amid offensive struggles and speculation over tensions within the team.
Chinese state media and netizens characterized Lionel Messi’s absence from a friendly match in Hong Kong as a politically motivated insult.
Yasir Al-Rumayyan is one of the most influential men in business and sport, serving as the public face of Saudi Arabia’s global push.
LeBron and Giannis joked about going to play professionally in Saudi Arabia, which is luring top-tier athletes with enormous sums of cash.
The signing of Messi is a big win for the MLS, but it will struggle to compete with the power of the Saudi sporting purse.
The merger between LIV Golf and the PGA Tour is just the beginning of Saudi Arabia’s involvement in sports.
Saudi Arabia launched LIV Golf with two big aims: reduce its dependence on oil and reshape men’s professional golf entirely.