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How Rupert Murdoch Changed Sports Media Forever

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  • Longtime Fox chairman Rupert Murdoch is stepping down, leaving a lasting legacy in his wake.
  • Murdoch's son, Lachlan, will now step into a leadership role for the company.
Tom Dillon — USA Today
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Rupert Murdoch has been arguably the most influential figure in sports media over the last three decades. As he steps down as chair of Fox and News Corp., we discuss his monumental and ongoing impact.

Plus, MLB’s top three spenders are missing the playoffs for the first time in 15 years, the Milwaukee Bucks are at the mercy of superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo, and we hear from Topgolf chief brand officer Geoff Cottrill on how his company has upended the sport’s image.

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