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Disney sues YouTube as sports streaming battle heats up

Article by Jeremy Goldman | May 23, 2025

The news: YouTube’s latest hire has sparked a courtroom clash with Disney.

The Google-owned platform tapped Justin Connolly—a longtime Disney and ESPN executive who handled licensing deals and platform distribution—as its global head of media and sports.
In response, Disney filed a lawsuit in California, alleging Connolly violated a recently renewed contract. The company aims to block his move, citing breach of contract and claims of unfair competition.
Connolly’s new role would place him in charge of YouTube’s expanding relationships with major media players and its growing live sports portfolio, including the NFL Sunday Ticket and a Week 1 exclusive game.

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