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Who's Going To Buy The WSL?

Surfer·Ben Mondy·3 days ago
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If you believe the news, the World Surf League has slammed a giant For Sale sign in its front yard. The opportunity comes fully furnished with monopoly control over the sport's competitive calendar (CT, CS, QS, Junior, Big Wave), with the rather large exception of the Olympics . Also included are the media broadcast rights and its proprietary streaming platforms (wsl.com and app). In the back shed is the WSL Studios, content library, and archived footage dating back to 1976. It will throw in the 4.1 million Instagram followers and 80 million annual viewers. Unfortunately, there is no pool. It has been reported that the WSL  recently sold its stake in the Kelly Slater Wave Company. On the flip side, Kaipo, Joe Turpel, and Strider are contractually obliged to stay on as house staff in any sale. The WSL had brought in the Raine Group, a prominent Mergers and Acquisitions advisor that has previously worked with Manchester United, the PGA Tour, and UFC, to manage the process.…

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