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Peter Sharkey: Foggy economics of London 2012 Olympics Jul 05 2012

Earlier this week, a report written by the Oxford Economics Consultancy on behalf of Lloyds Banking Group was published which sought to measure the longer-term economic impact of the London Olympics and to assess the Games’ future legacy effects.Read

Peter Sharkey: Leveson puts brakes on News Corporation buying Formula One Jun 29 2012

A variety of witnesses called to give evidence at the Leveson Inquiry have unwittingly highlighted a series of iniquitous arrangements, details of which have succeeded in alienating an even greater number of people from the political process.Read

Peter Sharkey: £738m Premier League deal likely to reap big rewards for BT Jun 21 2012

With the dust having settled following the staggering £3.018 billion television rights deal secured by the Premier League, we can draw two unequivocal conclusions from the league’s ability to raise its value to broadcasters by an astonishing 70%.Read

Usain Bolt

Peter Sharkey: Puma banking on Usain Bolt glory at London 2012 Olympics Jun 14 2012

Traditionally, either the men’s 100m or 1,500m finals have contested the ‘most sought-after’ Olympic moniker, but this year, thanks to one man, there is no doubt which event will attract a global TV audience of up to three billion. Read

Peter Sharkey: Economic downturn hits ticket sales at major sporting events May 31 2012

At first glance, the latest opportunity afforded consumers to buy tickets to the summer’s Olympic Games appeared successful. However, approximately 450,000 Olympic tickets remain unsold, plus there is a further 1.3 million football tickets which are likely to prove extremely difficult to sell. Read

Manchester City

Peter Sharkey: Money talks louder than ever for football's elite May 24 2012

Twelve days ago, Manchester City still nervously awaited the arrival of Queens Park Rangers to their Etihad Stadium, mindful that victory over the relegation-threatened club would secure their first league title since 1968.Read

David Haye and Dereck Chisora

Peter Sharkey: Chisora and Haye brawl their way to a pay-per-view fortune May 17 2012

Disgraced boxers David Haye and Dereck Chisora will reportedly receive a minimum of £2 million as a reward for violent behaviour in Munich more suited to a vomit-strewn pavement outside of a city centre nightclub.Read

RFU

Peter Sharkey: RFU's closed shop Premiership at risk of stagnation May 10 2012

Traditionally, at the conclusion of a domestic sporting season encompassing predictably large doses of anguish, joy, controversy and relief, together with all of those additional, wonderful characteristics which attract us to sport, the team finishing top are declared champions, while those at the bottom are relegated.Read

Peter Sharkey: London should follow LA in Olympic Games management May 04 2012

Precious few cities look at their sparkling best when viewed from a second class train carriage, particularly when dark grey clouds dominate the horizon and a menacing drizzle threatens to erupt into a heavier downpour.Read

Peter Sharkey: Warwickshire ticket giveaway could revitalise Twenty20 Apr 26 2012

If an initiative currently under way at Warwickshire proves successful, T20 could still fulfil a role as a cornerstone of financial success. Read

Peter Sharkey: Premier League clubs cash in on replica kits Apr 19 2012

Most football fans of a certain vintage recoil at the sight of youngsters in cities from Bradford to Brisbane donning replica Manchester United shirts.Read

Peter Sharkey: LTA failing to make most of £30m sponsorship deal Apr 12 2012

After signing a five-year, £30 million deal with the Lawn Tennis Association (LTA), Otto Thoresen, chief executive of life and pensions firm Aegon, declared that “British tennis is at a breakthrough stage in its development."Read

Peter Sharkey: US Masters refuses to sell its soul to sponsors and TV Apr 05 2012

Rarely is the build-up to a golf tournament comparable to that one normally associates with a Las Vegas-based heavyweight title fight.Read

Peter Sharkey: London 2012 and the quest to keep the IOC happy Mar 29 2012

The IOC will be keeping a close eye on arrangements made for the sponsors of the London 2012 Olympic Games.Read

Peter Sharkey: BBC's neglect of sport continues with loss of Grand National Mar 22 2012

There was a time when just about everything the BBC produced and broadcast was considered first class, its output envied by national and commercial broadcasters across the globe.Read

Peter Sharkey: Sky TV could take a stake in Formula 1 Mar 15 2012

Though purists despair at the Stalinist-style annihilation of almost all pre-1992 statistics and records, even the most curmudgeonly football fan couldn’t fail to be impressed with Sky’s unrivalled coverage of the beautiful game.Read

Peter Sharkey: FA and Tottenham opened the door to football's financial crisis Mar 09 2012

Another week, another clutch of football clubs in dire financial trouble. It’s becoming all rather predictable.Read

Peter Sharkey: BOA facing balancing act for London 2012 Olympics Mar 01 2012

Anyone selected to represent Team GB at the London 2012 OIympics must sign a 34-page contract with the British Olympic Authority which details precisely what athletes receive in terms of financial recompense should they strike gold. Read

Peter Sharkey: Rangers FC serves as a stark warning over Employee Benefit Trusts Feb 23 2012

Glasgow Rangers’ rapid descent into administration came as a complete shock to most football fans, once again highlighting the precarious nature of the game’s rickety financial structures.Read

Peter Sharkey: FA counting the cost of the England football team manager fiasco Feb 17 2012

Almost a decade ago, two top-flight football managers, Sam Allardyce and Dave Bassett, had their hearts monitored during the course of important matches to measure stress levels and their respective reactions.Read

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