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FanDuel becomes latest Nascar betting sponsor
FanDuel has become an Authorized Gaming Operator of Nascar, granting the online gaming company rights to use certain Nascar marks and collaborate with the stock car racing series to create new betting…
University of Michigan on board as Peloton targets college sports market
US-based exercise equipment and media company Peloton has announced a new strategy to partner with colleges, universities, athletes and student platforms, with the University of Michigan the first to sign up.
Nascar, nVenue team up on in-play micro-betting
Nascar and nVenue have announced a multi-year deal to create in-race micro-betting markets and predictive contests for the motorsport series
American Express renews USTA sponsorship in multi-year deal
American Express is returning as a US Open Tennis Championships sponsor in a multi-year renewal with the United States Tennis Association (USTA)
LPGA brings in Fenway Sports Group to drive sponsorship sales
The Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) has overhauled its sponsorship sales model by aligning with Fenway Sports Group (FSG) under a “commercial alliance” announced today (Tuesday).
NFL’s Commanders signs Verizon as first major sponsor under new ownership
Verizon is the first major sponsor of the National Football League's Washington Commanders since the ownership takeover by Josh Harris was finalised last month
Celsius makes first major sponsorship move with MLS to 2026
Major League Soccer and energy drink Celsius have signed a sponsorship deal through 2026, marking the first nationwide sports partnership for the brand
IBM powers US Open AI commentary and analysis
The United States Tennis Association has announced digital fan features appearing on USOpen.org and the US Open app through its partnership with sponsor IBM, including artificial intelligence (AI) generated commentary.
Tiffany & Co, Mount Sinai renew US Open sponsorships
US jewellery maker Tiffany & Co. and hospital and medical services provider Mount Sinai have both announced multi-year renewals of their sponsorships of the US Open tennis Grand Slam.
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USA Gymnastics continues commercial recovery with Comcast deal
USA Gymnastics has announced media and technology company Comcast as a sponsor of the governing body, with the Xfinity brand becoming the US Gymnastics Championships title sponsor through 2024
LaLiga North America renews Verizon deal for three more seasons
LaLiga North America has signed a three-year extension with telco Verizon in a United States exclusive deal
Messi puts Inter Miami in the big league with Fracht Group sleeve deal
The signing of Lionel Messi by Major League Soccer side Inter Miami has allowed the team to more than double the value of its sleeve sponsorship position.
USA Gymnastics lands record Nike sponsorship deal
USA Gymnastics has announced a new five-year sponsorship with Nike that is the largest in the governing body's history
Spurs ‘to sign Frost Bank’ as arena naming rights sponsor ahead of Wembanyama debut season
The National Basketball Association’s San Antonio Spurs are set to end a two-year search for a new arena naming rights sponsor via a deal with Frost Bank, according to reports.
Rahm extends as global ambassador of Blue Yonder
Jon Rahm, the number three ranked men's golfer in the world, is to continue as an ambassador of Blue Yonder, the United States supply chain management company, the two parties announced today (Tuesday)
‘At Wimbledon, our tech capabilities become accessible’ | Kevin Farrar, IBM
Kevin Farrar said the sponsorship's longevity represents its success and showcasing technology is at its heart.
Yankees stay on-brand with Starr Insurance sleeve patch deal
Starr Insurance has become the first corporate entity to brand the sleeve of the New York Yankees jersey after at least two other high-paying brands were turned down by Major League Baseball’s most famous franchise.
NHL engages MVP Index for dasherboards programme
The National Hockey League has announced that sponsorship analysis platform MVP Index will become the league’s strategic partner for valuation and asset measurement of its Digitally Enhanced Dasherboards (…