Quote of the Day
"I never thought I'd have to pay out. But I'm very happy to give them the money."-- Jaycar Electronics Managing Dir Gary Johnston on a six-figure premiership bonus he paid to NRL Canterbury. (SYDNEY MORNING HERALD, 9/20)
Top Stories
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PSG Banking on Qatar
An "unknown" Qatari bank could replace Fly Emirates as PSG's jersey sponsor.
Ligue 1 Paris St. Germain is "about to find a solution" to put itself within the new UEFA Financial Fair Play rules thanks to a record €100M ($130M) annual sponsorship deal, according to the AFP. The "enormous contract" is in advanced stages of discussion with an unknown Qatari bank, and would "most likely" be for four years. A PSG management source told AFP, "It is possible the deal has already been signed." The Qatari bank "would like to become the jersey sponsor of PSG next season." It would replace Fly Emirates, whose contract runs through '14.
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Bombshell Sale
Anschutz Co. says it's putting AEG up for sale, which could have far-reaching ramifications.
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Another Racket
Indian badminton medalist Saina Nehwal signs $7.4M sponsorship.
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Going On Tour
Sky Sports set to broadcast Cricket tours in Australia, India, S. Africa.
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More Fallout
Japanese Silver Medalist pulls out of Chinese tournament over political dispute.
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Pocket Change
A promise made over a 'boozy preseason lunch' nets Canterbury $100K from sponsor.
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Staying Home
England cricketer rejects four-month deal, won't tour India.
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First Serve
Hong Kong hopes to overcome obstacles and land women's pro tennis tour in Victoria Park.
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Turn Out The Lights
The future of London Olympic Stadium's iconic triangular lights are in dispute.
