EDITORIAL | It’s time government looked into proper support for athletes

Financial rewards from the government for athletes and sports teams generally do not stir controversy so much as they do excitement from the public

14 August 2024 - 05:14

There are always plenty of speeches and grandiose gesture-making when triumphant sportspeople return from global exploits that bring this country glory. ..

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