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FORGOTTEN HISTORY: Barry hearn - The Untold Story

Sir David Beckham makes rich list history as Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s wealth declines

The collective wealth of Beckham and his wife Victoria passed the billion-pound mark this year.

The Independent UK

Snooker world champion pocketing £1million backed to happen after Crucible deal

The World Snooker Championship will continue to be held at the Sheffield venue until 2045.

The Independent UK

Barry Hearn: I let my heart rule my head to keep World Championship at Crucible

Hearn said he had “never” previously allowed sentiment to be such a big factor in his business dealings

The Independent UK

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British PM Starmer helps snooker world champs stay at the Crucible amid overseas interest

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has intervened to help ensure snooker’s world championship is staying at its long-time home of the Crucible Theatre in Sheffield until at least 2045

The Independent UK

Snooker was right to keep the World Championship at the Crucible but now the real work begins

Comment: A long-term deal sees snooker’s most prestigious tournament stay in Sheffield, writes Luke Baker, but all eyes are now on the redevelopment project attached to the Crucible that will define its success

The Independent UK

Barry Hearn ‘so happy’ as World Snooker Championship stays at the Crucible

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The Independent UK

World Snooker Championship staying at the Crucible after £45m revamp deal struck

The sport’s biggest competition to remain at its spiritual home in Sheffield until at least 2045

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World Championship to stay at Crucible until 2045 after £45m revamp deal struck

The event must temporarily relocate in 2029 and possibly 2030 while the redevelopment work is in progress.

The Independent UK

World Snooker Championship to remain at Crucible until at least 2045 with revamp

Snooker’s world championship will remain at the Crucible for at least the next two decades after the World Snooker Tour agreed a long-term arrangement with the venue

The Guardian - UK

Zuffa Boxing’s Rivalry With Matchroom Boxing Comes Into Focus

Since debuting in January, Zuffa has moved quickly, signing more than 90 fighters to promotional contracts.

Sports Illustrated

Dana White reveals Eddie Hearn’s biggest mistake that led to Conor Benn signing for Zuffa Boxing

The UFC chief has hit back at rival promoter Hearn and revelled in the mistake that allowed him to prize away one of Matchroom’s best fighters

The Independent UK

Boxing Notes: Ryan Garcia’s Return to the Top Opens the Door for Crucial Rematch

What’s next for Garcia after securing his first championship title? Plus, Conor Benn’s new fight deal, Claressa Shields’s dominance and more.

Sports Illustrated

Conor Benn explains shock Zuffa Boxing move as he targets Ryan Garcia title showdown

Benn also looks to have performed a U-turn on a potential trilogy fight with Chris Eubank Jr

Evening Standard

Barry Hearn shocked by ‘outrageous’ Conor Benn departure

The 29-year-old fighter left Matchroom Sport for Dana White’s Zuffa organisation.

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Barry Hearn takes aim at Conor Benn over ‘outrageous’ Matchroom exit

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The Independent UK

Barry Hearn slams ‘classless’ Conor Benn after shock Matchroom split

Conor Benn announced on Friday that he has left Matchroom Sport after a decade with the company

The Independent UK

Eddie Hearn fires back at Dana White: ‘I work for my dad? You have a new daddy’

UFC president White, having started a boxing venture, said competing with Hearn was like ‘beating up babies’

The Independent UK

Scathing Dana White mocks Eddie Hearn to ignite boxing feud: ‘Like beating up babies’

UFC president White has kickstarted a boxing venture, which has seen his cordial relationship with Hearn deteriorate

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From Orient to the Oche: Matt Porter was the chief executive at a League One club aged only 26 – now he’s running professional darts

Darts has officially gone global and at the heart of the operation is a football fan who went from fanzine to boardroom in just ten years

The Independent UK

Barry Hearn: Life after career in the spotlight should be tackled by all sports

Barry Hearn received the freedom of the City of London on Monday – an honour Ricky Hatton was set to receive before his death.

The Independent UK

Chris Eubank Jr faces Eddie Hearn legal battle after ambulance accusation at press conference

Hearn strenuously denied Eubank Jr’s accusation that he delayed the departure of his ambulance from Tottenham Hotspur Stadium to a hospital following his victory over Conor Benn in April

Tom’s Guide

New releases on Netflix: 7 shows and movies you need to watch this week

Dig into all the new Netflix TV shows and movies heading to Netflix this week, including "Black Rabbit," "Same Day with Someone" and more.

The Guardian - UK

Mark Allen hits 147 then loses as Barry Hearn warns Crucible ‘not fit for purpose’

Mark Allen wrote his name into Crucible history on the same day Barry Hearn questioned the venue’s future as world championship host

The Independent UK

Barry Hearn issues ultimatum to ‘not fit for purpose’ Crucible over World Snooker Championship future

The Sheffield venue has hosted the tournament since 1977 but the future is uncertain

Evening Standard

Barry Hearn insists Crucible will lose World Snooker Championship after 2027 unless 'respect' is shown

Crucible contract expires in 2027 and the sport’s biggest event could be moved elsewhere

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