Cbsnews iconCbsnewsOct 20, 2026

How arenas and stadiums are shutting out loyal sports fans

The cost of attending live sports has shot up 123% since 2000 — a staggering increase that cannot solely be blamed on inflation​.

How arenas and stadiums are shutting out loyal sports fans

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