And it attracted some of the best athletes in the world. And what you've built now is this global company that not so long ago would have seemed impossible. Back in the day, when boxing commissions, that's what they're called, or athletic commissions, were a little bit reluctant to give you permits to stage these fights or put on these events. or when no one knew what it was, you were able to plow through that. And today you have one of the most recognizable American sports brands on the planet. (09:07–09:16)
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