Is there a connection between sport hunting, and killing for no reason, other than for fun? Please read details.?

Is there a connection between sport hunting, and killing for no reason, other than for fun? Please read details.?
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Isn’t that pretty much the definition of sport hunting? I suppose you can hunt for trophies, if you’re hunting for food, I guess the fun is in dining.
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