I would just point out that sports has *always* been intertwined with politics.

Think Jesse Owens and the 1936 Olympics:
https://www.biography.com/news/jesse-owens-adolf-hitler-1936-olympics

Tommie Smith & John Carlos at the 1968 Olympics:
https://www.vox.com/21318722/tommie-smith-john-carlos-olympics-protest-explained

Muhammad Ali (literally his entire career):
https://www.npr.org/2016/06/10/481523465/in-political-activism-ali-pulled-no-punches-and-paid-a-heavy-price

For those interested in the **fascinating history** of sports & politics, this book is highly recommended:

https://www.zinnedproject.org/materials/not-just-a-game

Have a great weekend everyone!