

ESPN’s big streaming swing & YouTube’s NFL game changer
11 snips May 21, 2025
ESPN launches a new streaming bundle with innovative AI features, shaking up the market. YouTube's first globally streamed NFL game marks a monumental shift in live sports broadcasting. The WNBA capitalizes on its partnership with the NBA, enhancing its financial growth and fan engagement. Premiership Rugby celebrates a massive £200M deal with TNT Sports, while MLS experiments with live-streaming via the EA Sports FC app, blurring lines between gaming and sports viewership. It's a transformative time for sports media!
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Golf's Unique Physical Challenge
- Chris Stone shares his first year golfing experience, noting the physical challenge despite his gym workouts.
- Nick Meacham recounts his golf weekends, highlighting how younger players feel the strain from playing multiple rounds physically.
Steady Golf Swing Beats Power
- Chris Stone tells how his older father-in-law outplayed younger golfers with steady, consistent swings.
- Nick Meacham envies older players' accuracy over power and recounts how hitting further also increases error chances.
ESPN's Bold Streaming Bundle
- ESPN's upcoming $30/month streaming bundle with Disney+ and Hulu offers comprehensive sports plus entertainment value.
- The new AI-powered personalized SportsCenter could revive highlight shows, blending nostalgia with personalized content.