Beyond the peloton: reimagining concussion safety in professional cycling through legal innovation
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A guide to rights protection at major sporting events: Part 1 - identify rights & managing risk
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The battle over the employment status of professional athletes: Amy Pieters v. SD Worx
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Beyond the policy: Creating a culture of safeguarding in sport in UK
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The lifecycle of an international athlete - Important pension considerations
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Avoiding greenwashing in sport: Staying onside amidst increased regulatory scrutiny
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Faces in the crowd: Legal considerations for use of facial recognition technology at sports arenas
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A comparison of changes made by international sports federations to the regulation of transgender women athletes
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The UCI adapts its rules on the participation of transgender athletes in international competitions
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