The Rugby Football Union’s annual report reveals record losses and 42 staff redundancies, despite CEO Bill Sweeney receiving a total remuneration of £1.1m for the last financial year. Sweeney’s pay increase comes amidst underperformance on the pitch and financial challenges, with the RFU citing inflationary cost rises and reduced revenues. The RFU defended Sweeney’s pay rise, stating it was necessary to retain a strong executive team during a challenging period.
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F1 Concorde Agreement: Teams agree commercial terms for new 2026 deal as FIA talks ‘near completion’ | F1 News
Formula 1 has announced that all teams have signed the 2026 Concorde Commercial Agreement, securing the sport's economic strength until 2030. The FIA is finalizing governance terms for the new deal, which coincides with upcoming changes to engine and chassis regulations. The agreement allows for a maximum of 25 races on the calendar and reflects the sport's healthy position, with little public controversy surrounding the negotiations. Full Article
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