governing body

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The decrease is unlikely to put to bed the row over the steep pricing that also drew rebukes from football's governing body, FIFA.

From Barron's • May 7, 2026

Formula 1's governing body the FIA said, external Zanardi's "journey from life-changing accident to Paralympics gold medallist made him one of sport's most admired competitors and an enduring symbol of courage and determination".

From BBC • May 2, 2026

This year the governing body FIA has decided to address the “growth” trend by introducing new regulations that reduce dimensions of the vehicles in various ways.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026

Joey Gamper Cuthbert, board chair of national governing body SportCheer England, says it means the make-up of the squad is "broad and varied".

From BBC • Apr. 22, 2026

Should any such creature cause harm to, or draw the notice of, the Muggle community, that nation’s wizarding governing body will be subject to discipline by the International Confederation of Wizards.

From "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them" by J.K. Rowling