CEO Carsten Cramer reaffirmed Borussia Dortmund's commitment to the 50+1 rule, choosing cultural identity and elite scouting over matching the financial power of state-backed clubs.

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TOPSHOT - Arsenal's English midfielder #07 Bukayo Saka celebrates after scoring the opening goal of the English Premier League football match between Brighton and Hove Albion and Arsenal at the American Express Community Stadium in Brighton, southern England on March 4, 2026. (Photo by Glyn KIRK / AFP via Getty Images) / RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE. No use with unauthorized audio, video, data, fixture lists, club/league logos or 'live' services. Online in-match use limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images may be used in extra time. No video emulation. Social media in-match use limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images may be used in extra time. No use in betting publications, games or single club/league/player publications. / | AFP via Getty ImagesGameweek 29 in the Premier League delivered another action-packed gameweek filled with surprises, dramatic moments, and performances that could have a major impact on how the rest of the season unfolds.Some of the leagues biggest sides dropped valuable points in unexpected games, while others seized the opportunity to strengthen their standing in the table.With the round of fixtures now complete, here are five key things we learned from Gameweek 29.1. Chelsea are emerging as strong Champions League contendersChelsea delivered one of the standout performances of the matchday with an emphatic 41 win away at Aston Villa. The result served as a clear statement to the other teams competing for a place in the top four.Joo Pedro stole the spotlight with a brilliant hat-trick, while Cole Palmer continued his strong attacking form. Chelsea looked composed, energetic, and clinical in front of goal qualities that are crucial during this decisive stage of the campaign.If they can keep producing performances like this, Chelsea could become one of the most serious threats in the race for Champions League qualification.2. The title race is far from settledJust as it seemed the leading teams were building momentum, Gameweek 29 introduced fresh uncertainty. Manchester City were held to a frustrating home draw against Nottingham Forest, while Arsenal managed to secure a 1-0 win over Brighton at the Amex Stadium.Results like these show that the teams fighting for the title cannot afford any slip-ups. At this stage of the season, even a single dropped point can make a huge difference.Gameweek 29 proved that the race for the Premier League crown is still very much open.3. Crystal Palace are becoming a serious threatCrystal Palace continued their impressive form with a convincing 31 victory away at Tottenham Hotspur. Their performances in recent weeks suggest they are developing into a very dangerous side again.Midfielder Adam Wharton was influential in the win, registering two assists and dictating the tempo of the game from midfield. Palace looked well-organized, creative, and efficient in the attacking third.Performances like this indicate that Palace could play a significant role in shaping both the European qualification race and the battle to avoid relegation.4. Tottenhams struggles are deepeningTottenhams home defeat to Crystal Palace only increased the pressure surrounding the club. Defensively they looked vulnerable, and once they fell behind, they struggled to mount a convincing response.Results like this have dragged Spurs closer to the middle of the table and raised fresh concerns about their inconsistency. The attacking confidence that once defined their style of play now appears to be fading.If Tottenham do not turn things around quickly, the closing weeks of the season could become very challenging for them.5. Late drama remains a defining feature of the Premier LeagueGameweek 29 once again demonstrated that Premier League matches are rarely settled until the final moments.Wolves secured a thrilling 21 win over Liverpool thanks to a stoppage-time goal from Andr a strike that completely changed the outcome of the match. Moments like this highlight how quickly the balance of a game can shift.With teams battling for the title, European qualification, and survival, every minute is crucial. Gameweek 29 reminded us that the drama in the Premier League is far from finished.What other observations did you make from Gameweek 29? Share your thoughts in the comments below.

Miami (Ohio) finished the regular season as the only unbeaten team in Division I men's basketball, winning 110-108 in overtime over Ohio on Friday night.

The Broncos have called for long-term bans and condemned anti-social behaviour after a fight broke out between Brisbane and Penrith fans after the Panthers 26-0 win at Suncorp Stadium.

Matildas captain Sam Kerr has clarified why her teammates appear to have been snubbing fans at the Asian Cup.

Manny Ramirez hit plenty of home runs in his 19-year major league career 555, to be exact.On Friday night at Daikin Park, the 12-time All-Star relished watching someone else go yard when his son Lucas Ramirez hit two homers for Brazil against the United States in the World Baseball Classic.Lucas Ramirez hit a leadoff homer, then added another solo shot in the eighth inning.Like father, like son.The 20-year-old sent Logan Webbs second pitch into the seats in right field to cut the Americans' lead to 2-1 after Aaron Judge hit a two-run shot in the top of the inning. Ramirez's blast in the eighth off Gabe Speier got Brazil within 8-5.I was looking forward for him to do something special, Manny Ramirez told The Associated Press after his son's first homer. So, hes been working so hard all year round and Im proud of him.Lucas Ramirez is playing for Brazil because his mother, Juliana Ramirez, was born and raised in Sao Paulo. She was at the ballpark Friday night and beamed after the leadoff homer.This is the best day ever of my life, to be honest, Lucas Ramirez said. My mom doesnt really make it to all of the games because she is back home with my brother. My dad is at most of the games. Im just really thankful that my family is here was to watch me play.The younger Ramirez was a 17th-round pick of the Los Angeles Angels in the 2024 amateur draft and he spent last season playing in class A, batting .266 with three homers, 30 RBIs and six stolen bases.He also played for Brazil in the 2026 WBC qualifiers and went 5 for 13.He said he'd been visualizing hitting a home run on his first at-bat in the WBC since the qualifiers. It is crazy it actually happened, he said. For five months, every time before I go to bed, after I pray, I visualized it. And it happened. Thats why, I dont know if you saw me running the bases, I said: I told you, because I visualized it and it happened.Lucas Ramirez said he uses visualization a lot to deal with the pressure of having a famous father.Having Manny Ramirez as my father, it's obviously a good thing and a bad thing, he said. Its a little harder, everybody expects so much. Thats why maybe I visualize and ... say things because I've got to paint my own picture. I've got to be Lucas Ramirez and I've got my own path.Manny Ramirez, a two-time World Series champion and the 2004 World Series MVP, would have been thrilled to see his son homer against any team, but it made it more special for him to do it against one of the top teams in the tournament.Oh yeah, theyre No. 1, he said.And he thinks the big night will give his son a boost for the upcoming season.Its going to be more special for him because thats going to give him hes going to be ready for the season, Ramirez said. I hope hes going to do good.Lucas Ramirez is wearing the No. 24 his father donned for most of his career. And Manny Ramirez was thrilled to see his son succeed.Im proud of him, he said. Thank God for this opportunity that he has.___AP MLB: https://apnews.com/hub/mlb

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