Michael Jordan on why there is “added pressure” in sports today
NBA legend Michael Jordan headlined the SBC Summit in Lisbon to discuss the evolution of sports branding and the increased pressure athletes and teams face today. During the event, he also shared insights on his business ventures, including his work with DraftKings and Sportradar, and his perspective as a NASCAR team owner.
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