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In the wake of the Super Bowl, chaotic scenes erupted among fans, reminiscent of frenzied gladiatorial crowds. Reports emerged of vandalism and chaotic celebrations in Philadelphia, underlining how deeply ingrained sports are in public consciousness. Such behavior highlights the hypnotic grip that sports—including the Super Bowl—have over society, portraying the modern Super Bowl as a contemporary device of distraction similar to the grandeur of ancient Roman spectacles.