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But not every sports governing body is on board.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 8, 2026

At the time, the sport’s governing body recommended hydration breaks if temperatures surpassed 102.2 degrees.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 7, 2026

FIFA, soccer’s world governing body, denied a Belgian appeal on Monday morning.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 7, 2026

That led to widespread criticism within the game, including from European football's governing body, Belgium and England boss Thomas Tuchel.

From BBC Jul. 6, 2026

But this is the student council, the governing body of the whole middle school.

From "The Misfits" by James Howe




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