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Do golf and Formula One price aspiring kids out of the sport?
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It can cost £8,000,000 to progress from karting to the F1 grid
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Education statistics offer revealing insight into diversity of sport
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Football remains an accessible working class sport
Golf and Formula One could be pricing children and people from working families out of their sports, a new study has shown.
Research this week showed that there is a class divide in certain sports in the UK, amid concerns that jobs were going to the ‘private school elite’.
The results showed that football remains a traditionally working class sport, with just 5% of men’s players coming from independent schools, and a study from The Cost of Raising a Pro support these findings with football emerging as one of the cheapest sports to pursue as a youngster.
The study looks at 10 selected sports and breaks down the price of making it from grassroots to the top of the sport, taking into account travel costs, equipment needed, training required and any specialist healthcare that may also be included.
It can be revealed that golf and F1 are the two most expensive sports to pursue to a professional level, with costs of at least £300,000 and £600,000 respectively required to make it in the sport – figures which put them out of the reach of most working families and young children in the world.
The worrying trends and growing costs are supported by the findings that on average 24% of current sportsmen/women attended independent schools, some way up from the average of the general population which sits at just 7%.
It means that professional sport is more out of touch with the people than ever before, all apart from football and boxing, which can be revealed as two of the cheapest sports to pursue to the top after extensive research.
To become a boxer, total expenses are expected to reach around £15,000, while football is slightly more expensive at £23,000.
While they may still seems expensive, they still come out much cheaper than vocational careers such as teaching or becoming a doctor, which both require hefty investment due to tuition fees and exams.
Lewis Hamilton recently admitted he has concerns over the next generation of F1 drivers. The total cost of becoming a world champion is around £8,000,000, and the Mercedes driver accepted it was a concern that there was little diversity in the sport due to the spiralling costs of competing as a youngster putting it out of reach of the average child on a council estate.
The Cost of Raising a Pro takes a look at 10 selected sports and compares the amount of investment needed in a number of different areas (along with the talent) to make it as a professional athlete, and compares to four more everyday jobs.
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SlotMatrix unearths ancient tomes with Shadow Summoner Egypt release
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SlotMatrix, the world’s largest casino content aggregator, invites players to step into the shadowed tombs of ancient Egypt with Shadow Summoner Egypt, an atmospheric slot adventure filled with mystical power and great win potential.
This striking new release is the second title in the Shadow Summoner series, with players tasked with awakening the plagues of Egypt through four magical tomes: the Tome of Locusts, Blood, Sacrifice and Firestorm.
Every tome unleashes a unique feature and transforms the reel in a distinct way, from spreading wilds and explosive symbol upgrades to powerful multipliers that can reach up to 100x. Collecting Golden Scarabs upgrades the tomes into multipliers, adding even greater depth and potential to each spin.
The game’s dual bonus rounds, Sun Free Spins and Moon Free Spins, invite players to gaze into the Eyes of Ra and choose their destiny, with semi-persistent multipliers that can build up to significant wins.
Exclusively available through SlotMatrix, Shadow Summoner Egypt is enhanced by EveryMatrix’s proprietary gamification tools, including free spins and leaderboards, and can be seamlessly integrated with EngageSuite, the all-in-one player loyalty solution.
Carl Gatt Baldacchino, Head of Account Management, SlotMatrix, said: “Shadow Summoner Egypt builds beautifully on the foundations laid by the previous title in this series.
“We’ve created a world where every spin feels meaningful thanks to the evolving tomes, growing multipliers, and dual bonus paths, making this a premium addition to our exclusive portfolio and a great continuation of a series with huge long-term potential.”
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Thunderkick swaps maracas for mistletoe in festive franchise addition Esqueleto Explosivo Feliz Navidead
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Independent slots studio Thunderkick has given its popular Day of the Dead series a Christmas makeover in Esqueleto Explosivo Feliz Navidead, fusing the spirit of two holidays in a vibrant festive fiesta.
Following the release of standout seasonal titles such as Hot Turkey and Midas Golden Touch Christmas Edition, the launch of Esqueleto Explosivo Feliz Navidead signifies the supplier’s commitment to creating bespoke, holiday-themed content that drives engagement around global celebrations.
Engineered to feel familiar yet fresh, the skulls are decked with holly and the streets lined with gifts in the 5×5 cluster pays slot, brought to life by the iconic mariachi band, which has replaced Latin American-inspired rancheras for Christmas jingles.
Symbols from winning combinations explode to leave behind wilds or exploding wilds for the following tumble, doubling the Mucho Multiplier up to a maximum of 1,024x. During the bonus round, triggered by three scatters, exploding wilds are collected, with every third awarding three extra spins and removing the lowest base multiplier, unwrapping 7,500x win potential.
Esqueleto Explosivo Feliz Navidead elevates a fan-favourite with festive flair, underscoring Thunderkick’s dedication to meeting its partners’ requests and delivering timely, culturally resonant products.
Mike Collins, Game Product Owner at Thunderkick, said: “Esqueleto Explosivo Feliz Navidead represents another evolution of the game brand, designed specifically for maximum appeal throughout the holidays.
“We strive to support operators with custom-built content, and by blending one of our most successful IPs with Christmas-themed audiovisual elements, we have given the franchise a new lease of life and produced a slot that is sure to stand out this festive season.”
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PopOK Gaming Shortlisted for Global Gaming Awards EMEA 2026
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PopOK Gaming has been shortlisted for the Global Gaming Awards EMEA 2026 in the following two categories: “Product Launch of the Year” and “Crash Game of the Year.”
This recognition reflects the company’s continuous dedication to excellence and its growing influence within the international gaming landscape. Over the past year, PopOK Gaming has introduced a number of successful new titles and innovative features that have strengthened its position as a trusted and creative force in the industry.
The Global Gaming Awards celebrate companies that have shown strong performance, innovation and impact across the EMEA region over the past year. The shortlist is the result of a thorough selection process that highlights those setting high standards in the field.
Final winners will be chosen by a panel of senior industry executives, with KPMG monitoring the voting process to ensure transparency and fairness. The award ceremony will take place on 19 January 2026, during the opening day of ICE at Fira Barcelona Gran Via.
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