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It is understood the wording of Lineker's contract means axing him would likely end with them having to pay out millions of pounds to the presenter if he chose to pursue the issue through the courts.
Disruption to sports programming continues into second day as pressure grows on BBC chairman Richard Sharp
The BBC has already been into the eye of storm in India over its documentary 'The Modi Question' on the 2002 Gujarat riots.
Several of the broadcaster’s football shows was pulled last minute on Saturday as presenters and reporters withdrew in solidarity with Lineker.
Several of the broadcaster’s football shows was pulled last minute on Saturday as presenters and reporters withdrew in solidarity with Lineker.