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The layers of corruption in modern sports are complex and deeply ingrained, with organized crime, gambling interests, and league complacency all contributing to a precarious situation. The entrenched nature of these issues demands vigilant scrutiny, decisive action from league authorities, and a renewed focus on maintaining the integrity fans expect.
As Michael Francis emphasizes, the problem isn’t disappearing—it is evolving. Without comprehensive reforms, transparent investigations, and unwavering enforcement, the trust in sports could continue to erode, leaving fans questioning whether the games they love are truly genuine or manipulated from the shadows.