Horse Racing
Mixing data with tradition: Sponsorship viewpoint from British Eventing
UK equestrian sports body British Eventing has conducted a major study of its audience data with the sport marketing agency Two Circles. Chief executive David Holmes explains how the study has informed the revamp of this traditional sports’ sponsorship strategy.
Coca-Cola replaces PepsiCo as Kentucky Derby sponsor
Soft drinks manufacturer Coca-Cola has been unveiled as an official sponsor of US horse-racing showpiece the Kentucky Derby.
Myer extends long-running Melbourne Cup deal
Australian department store group Myer has renewed its sponsorship of the Victoria Racing Club, organiser of the Melbourne Cup horse-racing event.
Woodford Reserve signs on as presenting sponsor of Kentucky Derby
Bourbon whisky brand Woodford Reserve has stepped up its backing of the Kentucky Derby to become the presenting sponsor of the US horse-racing event.
Betfair extends backing of UK jump racing showpieces
Online betting company Betfair has agreed a deal with Jockey Club Racecourses, the group that oversees the running of 15 of the UK’s leading racecourses, to continue its sponsorship of two major jump racing events.
Melbourne Cup teams up with Kennedy
Luxury watch and jewellery retailer Kennedy has agreed a deal to sponsor Australian horse-racing event the Melbourne Cup.