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George Plimpton’s 1966 nonfiction classic ‘Paper Lion’ revealed the bruising truths of Detroit Lions training camp
George Plimpton’s 1966 nonfiction classic ‘Paper Lion’ revealed the bruising truths of Detroit Lions training camp George Plimpton’s 1966 nonfiction classic “Paper Lion” revealed the harsh realities of Detroit Lions training camp, where he went undercover as a rookie quarterback to write about his experience. Plimpton, a writer and Paris Review editor, convinced the team […]
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Dismal ticket sales, grumblings from fans and clubs – is FIFA’s latest attempt to establish a global club game doomed before it starts?
Dismal ticket sales, grumblings from fans and clubs – is FIFA’s latest attempt to establish a global club game doomed before it starts? FIFA’s World Club Cup, set to kick off on June 14, 2025, has been met with dismal ticket sales and grumblings from fans and clubs, raising questions about its viability. The competition […]
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