Sports org. that "Heated Rivalry" has made more popular Crossword Clue

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Sports org. that "Heated Rivalry" has made more popular Crossword Answer

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Hint 1: Clue Definitions

RIVALRY (noun)
1. the act of competing as for profit or a prize
POPULAR (adjective)
1. representing or appealing to or adapted for the benefit of the people at large
2. (of music or art) new and of general appeal (especially among young people)

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