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Old 03-17-2022, 09:35 AM
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Saudi's "sportwashing" isn't confined to golf. The WWE held a major match there in February and plans on more through 2027.

WWE Elimination Chamber 2022 to Be Held from Saudi Arabia on February 19 | Bleacher Report | Latest News, Videos and Highlights

In addition Saudi money is behind a takeover of the premier soccer league team Newcastle United.

What is sportswashing? Definition of the sports term amid Newcastle United takeover | NationalWorld