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ESPN reaches multi-year extension with Senior NFL Insider Adam Schefter

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 13:22:49 EDT

- - • Widely regarded as one of sports media's most influential reporters, Schefter extended his ESPN tenure beyond 20 years - • Continues his year-round multi-platform presence breaking the league's biggest news across ESPN - - - ESPN has signed Senior NFL Insider Adam Schefter to a new multi-year agreement that will extend his tenure with the company beyond 20 years, ensuring one of sports media's most trusted and recognizable voices remains at the center of ESPN's NFL coverage for...

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Tailored to Play: BOSS Brings Its Signature Codes on and off the Court at Soho Grand Slam

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 13:19:41 EDT

This weekend, BOSS brought its signature tailoring codes and performance mindset to one of the season's most sought-after tennis weekends, underlining the brand's ambition to fuse modern suiting with sport, lifestyle, and culture. During the London tennis tournament finals, BOSS partnered with Soho House as headline fashion and sportswear partner of Soho Grand Slam, a special tennis weekend at Soho Farmhouse bringing together match screenings, tournaments, and headline music. - - Across the...

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Andrey Santos moves to Manchester United

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 13:14:15 EDT

The midfielder arrived at Chelsea in 2023, signing from Vasco Da Gama in his homeland Brazil and went on to develop into a full Brazil international during his three-year stay with the club. - - Part of that included an 18-month loan spell with RC Strasbourg, where he helped the club qualify for the UEFA Conference League and was named Ligue 1 Young Player of the Month in March 2024. - - Santos returned to Chelsea in the summer of 2025, becoming part of the squad that won the FIFA Club World...

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New Limited Netflix Documentary Series 'Mourinho' Reveals First Look Image, Teaser and Release Date

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 13:11:50 EDT

FIRST LOOK IMAGE - - Netflix revealed the first look image and teaser for the new documentary series, MOURINHO which will launch globally on Netflix from 11th August 2026. - - About MOURINHO - - No career in football has generated more masterstrokes, headlines or contradictions. Twenty years on from the night he shocked the sporting world by leading FC Porto to Champions League glory, Jos� Mourinho has gone on to manage some of the biggest clubs on the planet - from Chels...

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PUMA appoints Marcia Dos Santos as Vice President BU Core

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 13:08:59 EDT

Sports company PUMA has appointed experienced industry leader Marcia Dos Santos as Vice President BU Core, effective 15 July. In this newly created role, she will report directly to Chief Brand Officer Maria Valdes. - - Marcia has more than 20 years of experience in the sports industry and joins PUMA from Nike, where she most recently served as Vice President Merchandising Women's EMEA. - - “Throughout her career, Marcia has delivered strong commercial results across regions and product cat...

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The people behind the map: How TomTom teams keep cities moving during the Football World Championship

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 09:53:17 EDT

A few hours before kick-off, the city starts to shift. Roads that were open that morning begin to close. Shuttle routes replace regular traffic. Fans pour out of train stations, rideshare drivers circle temporary pick-up zones, and downtown streets begin to look less like everyday corridors and more like part of the stadium experience. Somewhere behind the scenes, a TomTom team is watching the map change with it. - - During the Football World Championship, this scene repeats across 16 host...

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Justin Bieber to Co-headline the First-Ever FIFA World Cup™ Final Halftime Show with Madonna, Shakira and BTS

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 04:05:25 EDT

Summary - - Burna Boy, Gustavo Dudamel, PS22 Chorus featuring Coldplay also set to perform - - Produced by Global Citizen, to Raise Funds for the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund - - Set to be Most Watched Halftime Show in History and the First Halftime Show to Create Impact for Children Around the World - - FIFA and Global Citizen announced that global superstar Justin Bieber has joined as a co-headliner of the historic FIFA World Cup 2026™ Final Halftime Show, taking place on Sunda...

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PWHL Hamilton Signs Forward Anna Shokhina

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 13:42:52 EDT

PWHL Hamilton today announced that forward Anna Shokhina has been signed to a one-year Professional Women's Hockey League (PWHL) Standard Player Agreement for the team's inaugural 2026-27 season. The signing brings the Hamilton roster up to 14 players under contract for the upcoming campaign. - - Shokhina was selected by the Ottawa Charge in the second round of the 2025 PWHL Draft and finished her rookie season with the Vancouver Goldeneyes following a six-player trade on Jan. 18, amassing...

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Niamh Charles departs Chelsea

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 13:15:03 EDT

Charles leaves the Blues having won five WSL titles, four FA Cups and three League Cups. She played 178 games for us and scored 13 goals, with her consistent, high-quality performances for Chelsea ensuring she has become a regular member of the England squad. - - Charles was 21 years old when she arrived at Chelsea in the summer of 2020, joining from Liverpool for whom she had impressed against us on several occasions. - - Initially used in an attacking role, Charles soon found a home at ful...

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TNT Sports & DAZN Deliver Strong Cross-Platform Audience & Engagement for Inaugural "The Fight" Event

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 13:11:03 EDT

TNT Sports and DAZN delivered a strong multiplatform audience for The Fight: Abdullah Mason vs. Albert Bell over Independence Day Weekend, with more than 3.2 million viewers reached across TNT, truTV and DAZN for its boxing coverage, including Thursday's press conference, Friday's weigh-in, the 30-minute pre-fight Bout Camp special, the pre- and post-fight studio shows and Saturday's stacked night of fights. - - The live championship card peaked with 820,000 viewers on TNT, truTV and DA...

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Oracle Joins IMSA Labs as Founding Partner to Accelerate AI and Motorsport Innovation

Thu, 9 Jul 2026 11:56:28 EDT

Oracle and the International Motor Sports Association (IMSA) today announced Oracle as the Founding Partner of IMSA Labs, the formalized platform for continued innovation and collaboration between the motorsports sanctioning body and its automotive and technology partners. A cornerstone of the partnership is the launch of Oracle Cloud Innovation Studio, a new startup innovation program built on Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI). The program is designed to help startups move from concept...

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Applications open to join the Fan Advisory Board

Thu, 9 Jul 2026 11:40:55 EDT

The FAB engages regularly with the club to discuss strategic issues, exchange information, and share insights on potential decisions that may affect Chelsea FC supporters. - - Following the successful appointment of the elected positions of supporter advisors to the board, the club can confirm today the process that will determine who will serve in the other four selected positions for the subsequent two-year term. - - In recent months, there has been strong engagement and constructive dial...

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Become a Defender's Worst Nightmare With the Nike JA 4, Ja Morant's Fourth Signature Shoe

Thu, 9 Jul 2026 11:26:48 EDT

What's new about the JA 4? - The Nike JA 4 builds off of the energy of the JA 3, further enabling the shifty, explosive style of play at the center of Ja Morant's game. - - What is the JA 4 innovation? - Ja's fourth signature Nike shoe features a new TPU JA-Frame for ultimate security in every cut, a Cushlon 3.0 midsole and supercritical foam SPRPWR sock liner for confident drives to the hoop, and a precise traction pattern for quick changes in direction. - - When is the JA 4 available? - ...

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Wimbledon 2026 Men's Semi-Finals - How to watch Sinner v Djokovic and Zverev v Fery on TV and BBC iPlayer and follow across the BBC

Thu, 9 Jul 2026 08:17:30 EDT

Friday 10 July is set to be a scorcher on Centre Court as the Wimbledon 2026 Men's Semi-Finals get underway and you can follow all the action on TV, BBC iPlayer, Radio, BBC Sounds and BBC Sport online. - - - • Wimbledon 2026 - How to watch on TV and BBC iPlayer and follow across Radio, BBC Sounds and BBC Sport online - - - Jannik Sinner, Novak Djokovic, Alexander Zverev and Arthur Fery are the final four, but only two can make it through to the Wimbledon Men's Final in SW19 on Sunday 1...

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Record audiences tune into the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 on Sky Sports

Wed, 8 Jul 2026 13:27:54 EDT

The ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 was the most watched iteration of the tournament on record with 15 million viewer hours on Sky Sports (since 2016 when data became available). - - The final between England and Australia was also record-breaking with a peak audience of 678k, which is the highest ever for an ICC Women's T20 World Cup on Sky. Interest further piqued across digital channels with the live blog for the final on Sky Sports.com delivering over 250k views. - - Fans showed the...

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Geovany Quenda joins Chelsea

Wed, 8 Jul 2026 13:21:57 EDT

Quenda is regarded as one of the brightest talents in European football, having played a key role in Sporting winning the Portuguese league and cup Double last year. He was also named Primeira Liga Young Player of the Season in 2025 and has featured regularly for Sporting in the past two seasons, used in both attacking wide positions or at wing-back. - - 'It feels great to be here,' the 19-year-old said. 'Chelsea is a great team and I am excited to play here at Stamford Bridge. The club has...

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With GSE Style, Comfort and Safety for the World Championship: Opel GSE Formula E Team Relies on Sparco

Wed, 8 Jul 2026 13:18:48 EDT

- - • Strong performance: Sparco becomes the official technical partner of the complete racewear of Opel's new Formula E works team - • Next step: Expansion of the existing rally cooperation between Opel Motorsport and Sparco - • Internationally established: Leader company in motorsport technical equipment brings experience, quality and striking design to Formula E project - • Sophia Fl�rsch: “Perfect fit and the right feel are crucial” - - - - - Combined values for Opel Mokka GSE...

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New Balance and Bayer 04 Leverkusen Unveil 2026–27 Away Kit

Wed, 8 Jul 2026 13:13:29 EDT

New Balance today unveiled the Bayer 04 Leverkusen 2026-27 away kit, a design inspired by Farbenstadt— “The City of Colours”—and the creative identity that defines the club. - - “This kit reflects Leverkusen's creative DNA,” said Kenny McCallum, Senior Director of New Balance Football Product. “From the Terrarium base to the marbled graphics and subtle cross detailing, each element is designed to capture the distinctive character of the club.” - - At the center of the design is a luminous...

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Get Ready to Race With the 2027 KTM EXC 6DAYS Range

Wed, 8 Jul 2026 11:00:06 EDT

The 6DAYS® FIM Enduro of Nations in Portugal marks the 100th edition of the historic event, with the 2027 KTM 6DAYS enduro line-up ready to set the pace in paying tribute to the centenary event, 12–17 October 2026.Developed from KTM's championship-winning Enduro platform, the 2027 KTM EXC 6DAYS range represents the ultimate expression of READY TO RACE performance—engineered to meet the extreme demands of the world's toughest off-road competition. The range comprises of one 2-stroke and fou...

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H&M MOVE heads outdoors with a new summer running collection and hiking collection

Wed, 8 Jul 2026 10:42:23 EDT

As the days get longer and summer plans take shape, more time is spent outdoors. From early morning runs and scenic hikes to days exploring mountain trails with friends, movement becomes part of the experience. H&M MOVE's summer collection is designed for these active escapes, with pieces engineered for the outdoors and the unpredictable weather conditions you may encounter along the way. - - “This collection started with a simple question: How do we create pieces that let you fully explor...

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Stuck on the Sidelines: Three-Quarters of Adults Will Watch Football This Summer, but a Third Haven't Played a Game in Six Months or More

Wed, 8 Jul 2026 05:52:13 EDT

With the summer of football now in full swing, Carlsberg has sought to change this and get people back out and experiencing the joy of playing football. - - According to the research conducted by Carlsberg, most (44%) feel they don't have enough time, the team to play with (39%) or the space (16%) to play. And, so, the role for Carlsberg is simple: bring the joy of playing the game back to people, by making it easy to play again. - - As a result, “Goal Posters” have popped up on wall...

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Tour de France: Firsts of Paul Seixas and Olav Kooij

Wed, 8 Jul 2026 05:39:04 EDT

In their first appearance at Tour France, Paul Seixas and Olav Kooij will take on leadership roles. They'll be able to rely on a team well-versed in the demands of three-week races. Tiesj Benoot, who is set to compete in his 11th Grand tour, will bring all his experience alongside Aur�lien Paret-Peintre, Nicolas Prodhomme, and Cees Bol, all three of whom are competing in their eighth Grand tour. Daan Hoole (6th Grand tour) and Matthew Riccitello (4th Grand tour first Tour France) round out...

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New Balance and Bayer 04 Leverkusen Unveil 2026-27 Away Kit

Wed, 8 Jul 2026 05:34:51 EDT

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Pirelli relies exclusively on the 2026 standard range tyres for Donington

Tue, 7 Jul 2026 13:11:21 EDT

� Softest rear range solutions. Taking place this weekend at Donington Park, the UK Round of the FIM Superbike World Championship marks the conclusion of the first part of the season before the traditional summer break. For the occasion, Pirelli will provide WorldSBK riders with the softest rear solutions from the 2026 standard range, representing a further step forward in development compared with last year, when riders had access exclusively to tyres from the previous standard ra...

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Dante Waite agrees new deal

Tue, 7 Jul 2026 13:10:04 EDT

Waite joined Chelsea at Under-8 level through our development centre and has progressed into a composed and reliable centre-back within the Academy system at Cobham. - - During the 2024/25 season, he featured regularly for the Under-18s as a schoolboy, before becoming a consistent presence in defence following his scholarship. In the 2025/26 campaign, he was appointed captain of the Under-18s. - - The 17-year-old also gained valuable European experience in the UEFA Youth League, making two a...

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The World Cup From 250 Miles Up

Tue, 7 Jul 2026 13:08:35 EDT

In summer 2026, sixteen stadiums across North America hosted matches as part of the FIFA World Cup. Over the years, astronauts aboard the International Space Station have captured a top-down view of the infrastructure, landscapes, and ecosystems surrounding many of these venues. - - Six of the matches were played at the San Francisco Bay Area Stadium, beginning on June 13 with a match-up between Qatar and Switzerland. This stadium (also called Levi's Stadium) is located in Santa Clara, C...

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The Amundi Evian Championship to feature Cayenne Turbo Electric as hole-in-one prize

Tue, 7 Jul 2026 04:27:27 EDT

At a glance - - - • Porsche is Automotive and Mobility Partner of The Amundi Evian Championship for the third time. - - • From 9 to 12 July 2026, the elite of women's golf will gather at the Evian Resort Golf Club. - - • During the major tournament, Porsche will enable exclusive brand experiences for players, customers and visitors. - - - - As the only women's golf major on mainland Europe, The Amundi Evian Championship occupies a special place in the international tournament calendar...

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Goodyear Renews FIA Three-Star Environmental Accreditation, Reinforcing Leadership in Sustainable Motorsport

Tue, 7 Jul 2026 04:01:46 EDT

Goodyear Racing has been awarded a renewed three-star rating in 2026, the highest level of recognition within the FIA's Environmental Accreditation Programme, reflecting best-practice environmental management across its racing operations. - - The F�d�ration Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA) is the governing body for world motor sport and the federation for mobility organisations globally. Its Environmental Accreditation Programme (EAP) provides a structured framework for motor sport and...

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Welcome, Sandro! Tonali makes the move to N17

Tue, 7 Jul 2026 00:26:20 EDT

The 26-year-old Italy international midfielder joins from Newcastle United. - - Sandro said: "I'm very happy to be here. When I arrived at the Club today, it felt fantastic. People said about there being four or five clubs - there was only one. - - “I spoke to the Head Coach for close to two hours about the Club, the fans, the stadium and our football. It was like magic because I knew immediately that I had to sign for Tottenham. I've played against Tottenham a few times and always found a g...

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Tyrique George departs Chelsea for Everton

Tue, 7 Jul 2026 00:17:04 EDT

Having joined Chelsea as an Under-8, Tyrique was developed through our youth system at Cobham and departs having won two trophies and made 37 appearances for the first team. - - Tyrique was coached through our youth ranks and became a regular in the Under-18s and Under-21s in the 2023/24 season, helping the former win the Under-18s Premier League South title. - - He was included in the senior match-day squad on three occasions that season, but his first-team debut came early into the next ca...

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Arnold Britto's Soccer-Inspired Guide “The Second Half” Will Be Exhibited at the 2026 Frankfurt Book Fair

Mon, 6 Jul 2026 18:29:20 EDT

“The Second Half: Stories of Soccer, Courage and Soulful Comebacks” by Arnold Britto will be displayed by the self-publishing and book marketing company ReadersMagnet at the 2026 Frankfurt Book Fair. The book trade fair will be held at Messe Frankfurt, Ludwig-Erhard-Anlage 1, 60327 Frankfurt am Main, Germany, from October 7 to 11, 2026. - - The Frankfurt Book Fair, also known in its German name as Frankfurter Buchmesse, is the world's largest book fair. It is celebrated as a global sym...

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Atos Proudly Supported the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games Through Critical Digital and Competition Services

Mon, 6 Jul 2026 09:58:49 EDT

Atos, a global leader in digital transformation powered by Artificial Intelligence, and the key Technology Partner of Special Olympics International (Special Olympics), today announces the successful delivery of critical digital and competition management services for the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games, helping organizers, athletes, volunteers, and officials enjoy a seamless and inclusive sporting experience, and looks ahead to the Special Olympics Unified Football World Cup Paris 20...

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Football legend Cafu joins fans as the LEGO Group unveils the world's biggest FIFA World Cup Trophy™ in New York City

Mon, 6 Jul 2026 09:55:33 EDT

- - • Built from more than 1.36 million LEGO® bricks, this is one of the largest LEGO builds ever created - • Standing 8.47 metres tall (27ft), the giant installation took 7,040 hours to build and a team of 59 experts to bring to life - • Unveiled by football legend Cafu at the official opening of the LEGO Fan Zone in New York City, the build celebrates bringing fans together through the love of play as excitement builds towards the final stages of FIFA World Cup 2026™. - - • The LEGO build...

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Mattel Announces UK's First-Ever Hot Wheels® Tiniest Team Principal™

Mon, 6 Jul 2026 09:48:20 EDT

Mattel, Inc. a leading global play and family entertainment company and owner of one of the world's most iconic brand portfolios, announced that eight-year-old George Norris has been named the UK's first-ever Hot Wheels® Tiniest Team Principal™. - - Selected from multiple entries submitted from around the world, George impressed the judging panel with his creativity, race-day instincts and passion for Formula 1® and Hot Wheels®. The competition challenged young fans aged five to ten to d...

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motorola launches global connect, bringing travel connectivity to millions of customers in time for football's biggest tournament

Mon, 6 Jul 2026 03:49:22 EDT

Overview - - - • Motorola is introducing Global Connect, the first native travel connectivity app built into a major smartphone, powered by Gigs - • To celebrate the launch, for a limited time only, Motorola users**will have access to 1GB of complimentary data, which can be used when travelling in 160+ countries. - - • The Global Connect app is live today in Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, Peru, and Chile with additional markets in Europe coming soon. - - • Launching right in time for the...

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Lucy Bronze signs new Chelsea contract

Fri, 3 Jul 2026 12:08:16 EDT

On putting pen to paper, Bronze said: 'I feel like this is the right thing for me at this time. I've really enjoyed the last two years being at Chelsea and back in England, and I feel like we're in a place now where we're moving forward as a club. Added to the move to Stamford Bridge, it's a really exciting time to be part of the team.' - - One of the most experienced and highly decorated players in the women's game, the defender first signed for the Blues from Barcelona ahead of the 2024/2...

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UEFA launches medical handover protocol to strengthen player care

Fri, 3 Jul 2026 12:06:12 EDT

This pilot initiative precedes the future introduction of an integrated medical platform for European football, representing the long-term goal of effective medical data-sharing across European football. - - The new protocol, developed in collaboration with European Football Clubs (EFC), is designed to help medical staff share key information securely when players move between club and national team environments. It will serve as an initial step and learning phase, helping to inform and ref...

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Coca‑Cola and FIFA® Launch “Every Throw-In Counts“ for FIFA World Cup 2026™

Fri, 3 Jul 2026 12:05:55 EDT

Coca-Cola and FIFA have launched Every Throw-In Counts, a new fan challenge running alongside the FIFA World Cup 2026™ that gives supporters a way to participate in the tournament beyond what happens on the pitch. - - Every Throw-In Counts encourages fans around the world to complete simple, everyday activities, upload photos and score for chances to win exclusive prizes. - - The challenge includes a mix of lifestyle, football, and community care activities, making it easy for fans to tak...

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New Balance and LOSC Lille Unveil 2026–27 Home Kit

Fri, 3 Jul 2026 12:02:36 EDT

New Balance today unveiled the LOSC Lille 2026-27 home kit, a design built around one of the club's most recognizable visual signatures. The launch also marks ten years of collaboration between the brand and LOSC Lille. Drawing on the enduring presence of the red jersey, the kit reflects on the celebrated moments in club history that have shaped the club while maintaining a clear, focused identity on the pitch. - - At its heart is the classic white and navy scapular, an iconic visual signa...

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Nike Signs Gamecocks Athletes to Blue Ribbon Elite NIL Roster as South Carolina Partnership Begins

Fri, 3 Jul 2026 11:57:00 EDT

What's happening? - As Nike and the University of South Carolina begin a 10-year partnership, they're announcing the addition of five top Gamecocks athletes to Nike's Blue Ribbon Elite NIL program. - - What is the Blue Ribbon Elite NIL program? - Blue Ribbon Elite reimagines the NIL space by providing leading athletes and universities an unmatched level of collaboration that prioritizes the future of sport and athlete identity. - - What University of South Carolina athletes are involved?...

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Nike Becomes the Official Ball Supplier of Germany's Women's Bundesliga and Supercup

Thu, 2 Jul 2026 23:45:55 EDT

What's happening? - Nike is becoming the official ball supplier of the Women's Bundesliga, Germany's top women's football leagues, and the Supercup. This marks Nike's first league and cup partnership in Germany and reflects the leading role Nike plays in defining and accelerating the women's game around the world. - - What Nike football will be used in the Women's Bundesliga? - Nike's Control football is the new official match ball for both the first and second divisions of the Women's Bu...

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IHG Hotels & Resorts cements its place as the home of Australian Rugby

Thu, 2 Jul 2026 23:39:52 EDT

IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world's leading hospitality companies, is renewing its partnership with Rugby Australia, extending a 24-year relationship for a further three years through to 2028. The partnership has seen IHG hotels welcome players, team management and Rugby Australia colleagues across the globe while helping fans stay close to the game across Australia and New Zealand. - - The renewal marks the next chapter in IHG's commitment to Australian Rugby, continuing a partnership...

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Lucas Coenen extends MXGP advantage with the second step of the box in Portugal

Wed, 1 Jul 2026 10:28:55 EDT

The Coenen brothers, Lucas and Sacha, starred at Agueda for the Grand Prix of Portugal as 2026 MXGP tipped into the second half of the calendar. The Belgians took their Red Bull KTM machinery to podium results around the rapid layout and large jump sections of the clay-like terrain for round ten of the season. - - Highlights and key moments from Agueda: - - - • World championship leader Lucas Coenen wins a moto and then finishes 2nd to be runner-up overall in Portugal for his fifth conse...

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BMW Motorrad World Endurance Team tops testing ahead of Suzuka

Wed, 1 Jul 2026 10:20:26 EDT

Ran dry from start to finish, with the field tightening up across the five sessions. Yamaha Factory Racing Team closed the day with the best time, 2'04.920, set on the final run. BMW Motorrad World Endurance Team followed just 178 thousandths behind, ahead of Honda HRC in third, 577 thousandths back. YART Yamaha Official EWC Team and Elf Marc VDS Racing Team rounded out the Top 5. Further back, Yoshimura SERT Motul and Astemo Pro Honda SI Racing sat within a second of the best time. Ten te...

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Bikeleasing Group and Decathlon PULSE successfully complete strategic partnership to accelerate circular mobility in Europe

Wed, 1 Jul 2026 10:11:07 EDT

Bikeleasing Group and Decathlon PULSE have successfully completed the closing of their previously announced strategic partnership. As planned, the wholly owned subsidiary of the global multispecialist sports brand Decathlon, has acquired a majority stake of 65% in the Bikeleasing Group. All regulatory and formal requirements have been fulfilled, enabling the full start of the collaboration between the two partners. - - Bikeleasing Group will continue to operate with its independent brands...

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A Walk-on Fit for a Boss: Taylor Fritz Serves Statement Style in London

Wed, 1 Jul 2026 10:07:14 EDT

In a standout moment on one of the world's most iconic sporting stages today, tennis ace and BOSS brand ambassador Taylor Fritz entered Court 1 for his match against Du�an Lajović in a custom BOSS look. This career-first statement walk-on for Taylor brought together sharp tailoring and high-performance sport in a confident expression of BOSS – capturing the energy, tradition, and global spotlight of London's internationally renowned tennis championship, on and off the court. - - “The w...

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ASICS releases 2025 Sustainability Report

Wed, 1 Jul 2026 03:40:09 EDT

ASICS released its 2025 Sustainability Report, outlining the company's progress toward its medium- and long-term sustainability targets. Integrated into its VISION2030 and the Mid-Term Plan 2026, ASICS' sustainability framework is built around two core pillars — “People” and “Planet” — which guide sustainability actions in alignment with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals（SDGs）. - - Key Highlights from ASICS' Sustainability Report 2025: - - People - - }...

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UNice Hair Celebrates Juneteenth with Women's Wrestling Event Showcasing Bye-Bye Slip™ Wig Collection

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 08:00:00 EDT

UNice Hair, a global leader in premium human hair wigs and hair bundles, recently celebrated Juneteenth through a collaboration with GG750, hosting a women's professional wrestling event that showcased the performance of its Bye-Bye Slip™ Wig Collection while honoring the strength, confidence, and resilience of women in sports entertainment. - - The event brought together female professional wrestlers, creators, and community members and their families in a high-energy environment t...

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Early Exits for Pruett and Hagan at Summit Racing NHRA Nationals, TSR Team Owner Stewart Goes to Quarterfinals in Top Fuel

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 02:07:51 EDT

- - • After a winning weekend at Bristol for Leah Pruett and Matt Hagan, Sunday's Summit Racing Nationals was an early exit for the Tony Stewart Racing (TSR) Dodge nitro competitors - • Pruett, with a Top Fuel victory in the New England Nationals, and Hagan, a Funny Car winner of the Thunder Valley Nationals, suffered first round defeats at the Norwalk, Ohio, NHRA event - • Pruett, looking for another Top Fuel win at Norwalk after taking the title in her last appearance in 2023, qualified th...

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Dunlop Geomax Challenge returns for 100th anniversary edition FIM 6DAYS 2026 Portugal

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 01:23:15 EDT

Dunlop Motorcycle Europe will once again play a central role as a partner to the world's premier motorcycle enduro race this year, having renewed its partnership with F�d�ration Internationale de Motocyclisme (FIM) for the 6DAYS. - - The event will be held in the Alentejo region of Portugal between 12-17th October, welcoming close to 500 enduro riders from more than 30 nations on 5 continents. This year marks the 100th anniversary edition of the event, and Dunlop Motorcycle Europe 's sixth...

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Prime Video Adds Chelsea Gray as WNBA on Prime Player Contributor

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 13:24:36 EDT

Prime Video today announced Las Vegas Aces point guard Chelsea Gray will join WNBA on Prime as a player contributor, making select appearances during the 2026 WNBA season. - - “Basketball is a big part of my life, and joining WNBA on Prime gives me a chance to share a different perspective with viewers,” said Gray. “I want those watching at home to experience what it's like to be on the floor: the reads, the adjustments, and the small moments that can impact a game.” - - Gray is one of the m...

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Chelsea midfielder Moises Caicedo appointed Ecuador captain

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 13:10:10 EDT

Since making his senior international debut in October 2020, Caicedo has been a fixture in the Ecuador midfield. He has earned 64 caps for his country, and this summer's World Cup is the second at which he has represented his homeland. - - However, Caicedo entered the tournament as second-in-command to Valencia, the 36-year-old forward who has made 108 appearances for Ecuador and is the country's all-time leading goalscorer, having netted 49 times. - - Valencia captained Ecuador in their ope...

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Grammy-Winning Star Car�n Le�n Makes History with First-Ever Concert and First-Ever Sold-Out Show at Nu Stadium

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 13:08:21 EDT

History was made last night as Grammy-winning star Car�n Le�n headlined the first-ever concert at Nu Stadium, the world-class venue in the heart of Miami and home of Inter Miami CF. The landmark performance also became the first-ever sold-out concert in the stadium's history, drawing more than 24,000 fans and officially launching a new era of premier live entertainment in Miami. The milestone event also served as the inaugural concert presented by Heron Sports & Entertainment, Inter...

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Massachusetts Maritime Academy Teams up with New Balance and Clean Harbors to Enhance Campus Wellness

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 13:02:33 EDT

Boston-based global athletic leader New Balance Athletics, Inc. and Norwell-based North American environmental leader Clean Harbors join Massachusetts Maritime Academy (MMA) in announcing that they have entered into an agreement to support construction of a new campus wellness resource, which will be named the New Balance Wellness Center at the Clean Harbors Athletic Facility. - - The $30M, 18,000-square-foot Center will be located adjacent and connected to the Academy's main gymnasium, cre...

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Lancia Corse HF gains valuable experience at Acropolis Rally Greece and looks ahead to upcoming international events

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 12:59:49 EDT

- - • L�o Rossel and Guillaume Mercoiret finish sixth after a demanding Acropolis Rally - • Seventh place for Pablo Sarrazin and Yannick Roche following a mature performance on the challenging Greek gravel roads - • Yohan Rossel and Arnaud Dunand forced to retire on SS10, while Conner Martell and Alessandro Gelsomino exit on SS14 after a rollover with no injuries to the crew - • Lancia Corse HF continues its gravel development programme and now turns its attention to Rally di Roma Capi...

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New NFL Flag Campaign Inspires Young Players Around the World to 'Be The Story'

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 12:57:02 EDT

WATCH: NFL FLAG “BE THE STORY” With the NFL Flag Championships presented by Toyota set for July 23-26 in Westfield, Indiana, the NFL debuted its newest global flag football campaign, “Be The Story,” celebrating the players shaping one of the world's fastest-growing sports. Launching first in the United States ahead of the NFL Flag Championships and rolling out globally throughout the year, the campaign celebrates the next generation of flag football stars and encourages players everyw...

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Investing $400,000+ to build soccer pitches in downtown Miami for FIFA World Cup 2026™

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 08:45:06 EDT

Key Takeaways - - - • Airbnb is investing over $400,000 to build four new community soccer pitches in downtown Miami through our FIFA World Cup 2026™ Host City Impact Program. - - • Built in partnership with the Miami Downtown Development Authority, the project will give children and families in Miami a free, safe space to play. - - - - Airbnb is investing $420,000 to build four new soccer pitches in the heart of downtown Miami through its FIFA World Cup 2026™ Host City Impact Program,...

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FIFA Heroes is officially live, and Motorola users get even more

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 04:29:24 EDT

The FIFA Heroes game officially launches worldwide, giving fans everywhere access to a fresh, fast‑paced way to experience the world's most popular sport on their phones. The global rollout marks the first major moment in Motorola's partnership with Solace, publisher of the new arcade‑style, 5‑a‑side football title. - - Back in March, Motorola, a Lenovo Company, announced that it had become the official smartphone partner of the FIFA Heroes game. The title blends r...

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Ottawa Charge Re-Sign Ahola, Poniatovskaia to One-Year Deals

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 13:34:48 EDT

The Ottawa Charge today announced that goaltender Sanni Ahola and defender Vita Poniatovskaia have each been re-signed to one-year Professional Women's Hockey League (PWHL) Standard Player Agreements for the 2026-27 season. The signings were completed during the league's Open Signing Period that allows all 12 teams to continue building their rosters in advance of the 2026-27 campaign. - - Ahola was Ottawa's fifth-round pick in the 2025 PWHL Draft after playing five seasons at St. Cloud Stat...

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Prime Video to Deliver Comprehensive Coverage of NBA Summer League in Las Vegas

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 13:24:27 EDT

Prime Video Sports today announced it will provide exclusive coverage of NBA Summer League, delivering 38 games over 10 consecutive days from July 9–18. Fans can catch each game live on Prime Video in more than 200 countries around the world, with halftime coverage and bridge programming between each game. NBA Summer League tips off in Las Vegas on Thursday, July 9 at 3:30 p.m. ET with the Minnesota Timberwolves facing the New Orleans Pelicans. Highlights of Prime's schedule includes the f...

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CFC+ launches as our new global content subscription

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 13:00:51 EDT

As a launch special, the first of the exciting new features and exclusives bringing supporters worldwide closer to the club is Back to the Backline, a mini-documentary following Levi Colwill 's recent return to the team after the setback of serious injury, featuring interviews with the defender and club staff, along with unseen footage charting his recovery. - - Back to the Backline can be viewed now in full with a subscription to CFC by clicking here. Save on pre-season with CFC+ C...

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Inter Miami CF Foundation and the City of Doral Unite to Support Venezuela

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 12:58:49 EDT

The Inter Miami CF Foundation is joining forces with the City of Doral and Global Empowerment Mission (GEM) to collect essential relief supplies for communities impacted by the devastating earthquakes that struck Venezuela on June 24, 2026. - - As part of this initiative, the Club will designate Nu Stadium, located at 1900 NW 37th Avenue in Miami, Florida, as the primary donation collection site. Donations may be dropped off in specially marked bins organized by category, located outs...

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Nominees Announced for The 2026 ESPYS Presented by Capital One Airing Wednesday, July 15, at 8 p.m. ET on ABC and Streaming on the ESPN App

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 13:35:16 EDT

WHAT: ESPN announced the nominees for The 2026 ESPYS Presented by Capital One, hosted by Marcello Hern�ndez, and fan voting is now open. - - WHERE: A list of The 2026 ESPYS nominees is available here and fans can cast their vote on ESPYS.com. More information is available in the complete 2026 ESPYS Media Kit. - - WHEN: Voting is now underway and will be open through July 15. - - THE 2026 ESPYS NOMINEE FACTS AND FIGURES : - - - • Top nominees include: Jalen Brunson, M...

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Montr�al Victoire Captain Marie-Philip Poulin to Undergo Acl and Meniscus Surgery

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 13:33:11 EDT

In a virtual press conference today, the Montr�al Victoire announced that captain Marie-Philip Poulin will undergo surgery on her ACL and meniscus this summer following further medical evaluation of injuries sustained during the 2025-26 season. - - “I played as best I could with a torn ACL and meniscus because I wanted to be part of this journey that led us to hoist the Walter Cup,” said Poulin. “It was with this goal in mind that I worked tirelessly to return to the game this season. It...

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H&M MOVE and H&M Beauty capture the style and scent of tennis season with a new capsule collection.

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 13:19:04 EDT

There is a moment each summer when the tennis world's attention focuses on a single place: a grass court, a unified aesthetic, a set of shared rituals. Court Line was created for that moment, and for everyone who shows up to it – racket in hand or not. - - “Court Line started with a single idea: that tennis season has a look, a scent, a feeling that's entirely unique. We wanted to build a collection around that inspiring world, not just the sport, translating its atmosphere into silhouett...

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Chelsea FC announces multi-year partnership with Legora

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 13:14:36 EDT

Chelsea Football Club today announces Legora as an official partner of the club, bringing together two organisations united by a shared pursuit of excellence founded in preparation, consistency and ambition. - - As part of the multi-year agreement, Legora branding will feature prominently on the sleeve of training kits worn by the men's, women's and Academy teams, placing the platform at the heart of the ecosystem that drives elite performance every day. - - Founded in 2023, Legora is the ag...

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Inter Miami CF Academy Set to Compete in MICFootball Punta Cana Tournament

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 13:12:28 EDT

The Inter Miami CF Academy is set to compete in the second edition of the MICFootball Punta Cana tournament in the Dominican Republic taking place from June 24 through 29, with our U-14 and U-16 boys traveling to Punta Cana for the top-level competition. - - Participation in the MICFootball Punta Cana tournament offers a valuable opportunity for Inter Miami CF's Academy to compete on the international stage and test itself against elite youth talent from around the globe. The squads will...

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UEFA appoints St�phanie Frappart as Refereeing Officer

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 13:08:31 EDT

The UEFA Executive Committee has appointed St�phanie Frappart to the position of Refereeing Officer on the UEFA Referees Committee. - - Frappart has built one of the most prominent refereeing careers in the modern game. An international referee since 2010, she has officiated more than 100 UEFA matches during a career marked by consistency, professionalism and a series of landmark appointments, including the 2019 UEFA Super Cup between Liverpool and Chelsea in Istanbul, when she became the f...

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U17 Men's National Team Announced Ahead of FIBA U17 Men's World Cup 2026

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 13:07:20 EDT

Canada Basketball has announced the U17 Men's National Team roster ahead of the FIBA U17 Men's Basketball World Cup 2026. - - The FIBA U17 Men's Basketball World Cup 2026 is set for June 27 to July 5 in Istanbul, T�rkiye and features the best 16 teams in the world. All the action will be streaming live on FIBA's YouTube channel. - - Canada is in Group B with Lithuania (Saturday, June 27 at 5:00 am ET / 2:00 am PT), China (Sunday, June 28 at 11:00 am ET / 8:00 am PT) and Cameroon (Tuesday, Ju...

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New York Road Runners and New Balance to Break Ground on First Track Refurbishment Project Through NYC Parks' Adopt-A-Park Program

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 13:01:13 EDT

New York Road Runners (NYRR) and New Balance today announced they will break ground on a running track refurbishment at Star Spangled Playground in Brooklyn. The project is in partnership with NYC Parks through its Adopt-a-Park program, which enables businesses and nonprofits to directly invest in the improvement of neighborhood parks across the five boroughs. - - “Every runner's journey starts somewhere, and for many young people across New York City, it starts on a local track,”...

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NFL Announces Dates for 2027 NFL Draft Presented by Bud Light in Washington, D.C.

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 12:55:09 EDT

The 2027 NFL Draft presented by Bud Light will take place Thursday, April 29 to Saturday, May 1, 2027, in Washington, D.C., the NFL announced today. - - Hosted in partnership with the Washington Commanders and Events DC, the free three-day event will bring fans from around the world to the nation's capital for one of the most anticipated events in sports. The 2027 NFL Draft will take place across iconic locations throughout Washington, D.C., with the National Mall anchoring the Draft Theate...

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NIKE, Inc. Announces Planned CFO Transition

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 12:53:35 EDT

NIKE, Inc. today announced that David M. Denton will join the company as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, effective August 17. Matthew Friend will step down as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at that time and remain with the company through September 4 to support an orderly transition. Friend will participate in the company's fourth quarter fiscal 2026 earnings call on June 30, as planned. - - Denton will lead Nike's global finance organization, par...

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Jordyn Woods's Lucky Knicks Championship Bag Comes to the Guggenheim New York

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 02:30:13 EDT

- - • On view for a special five-day pop-up at one of the New York's most iconic spaces - • Celebrating this cultural moment of joy and unity, the Guggenheim, Jordyn Woods, and Karl-Anthony Towns offer the public an opportunity to see the “lucky bag” - - - As the city celebrates the New York Knicks' historic win, the Guggenheim commemorates this moment by welcoming fans from around the world to see Jordyn Woods's iconic “lucky bag” in person. The Woods by Jordyn Tux Clutch Mini bag, wh...

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Lamdag Eskrima to Host “Thanksgiving to the Lord Tournament 2026”

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 01:07:39 EDT

In a sporting landscape often fueled by sponsorships, institutional support, and large organizational backing, one independent martial arts team from Cebu has proven that faith, determination, and strong leadership can still move mountains. - - The Lamdag Eskrima Team, a homegrown Filipino Martial Arts organization based in Cebu, proudly announces its upcoming “Thanksgiving to the Lord Tournament 2026,” projected to take place between September and December 2026, with the official date...

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Rokiba Chaise's “Basketball Ruined My Life” To Be Displayed at a Book Festival at Printers Row, Chicago

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 19:07:54 EDT

Rokiba Chaise will have his memoir, “Basketball Ruined My Life,” displayed by the self-publishing and book marketing company ReadersMagnet at an upcoming book festival at Printers Row, Chicago. The literary event will take place on September 12-13, 2026, along the historic South Dearborn Street corridor, from Ida B. Wells Drive to Polk Street. - - Through his personal story, Chaise examines the risks of pursuing athletic success without developing alternative plans, practical skills,...

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New Balance X Miu Miu with Coco Gauff | 2026 Campaign

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 11:20:37 EDT

New Balance and Miu Miu continue their collaboration with Coco Gauff, launching a new collection and campaign. The 11-times singles champion, ranked number two in the world, will be wearing the new collection during one of the major tennis tournaments. - - Now all-white, Coco's New Balance X Miu Miu on-court wardrobe is designed to honor the timeless beauty of this quintessentially elegant game. Seen through Miu Miu's refined and contemporary lens, garments are crafted in technical stretch...

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Opel and HBL Present Official Logo of 'Opel Handball-Bundesliga'

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 11:17:10 EDT

- - • Electrifying brand logo: Dynamic combination of a handball player with the ball and the Opel Compass with its iconic Opel Blitz - • From July 1, 2026: Opel becomes new title sponsor of the men's Handball Bundesliga - • Triple deal: Opel also new sponsor of the German women's and men's national teams as well as of 2027 IHF Men's Handball World Championship in Germany - - - - - Combined values for Opel Mokka GSE according to WLTP 1 : energy consumption 18.5 kWh/100 km, CO 2 emi...

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Fan Registration Now Open for 2026 NFL FLAG Championships Presented by Toyota

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 11:13:45 EDT

Families and fans can now register for free entry to the 2026 NFL FLAG Championships Presented by Toyota, taking place July 23-26 at the Grand Park Sports Campus in Westfield, Ind., marking the event's first time in the region. Registration is available by downloading the NFL OnePass app or visiting NFLFlag.com/championships. Every adult must register, and each registrant may include up to five children per entry. - - As the largest youth flag football tournament in the world, the NFL FLAG...

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Coca‑Cola Reimagines the FIFA World Cup 26™ Coin Toss with Influential Voices from Across North America

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 10:51:29 EDT

For the first time in FIFA World Cup™ history, Coca-Cola is expanding the traditional coin toss beyond the pitch, naming a select group of influential voices from across North America as official Coca-Cola Coin Toss Assistants for the FIFA World Cup 26™. - - Kicked off last Tuesday, Temwa Chawinga, Kansas City Current forward and two-time NWSL MVP and Golden Boot winner, was the inaugural Coin Toss Assistant representing Coca-Cola's strategy of recognizing individuals who have played a mean...

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When the rear wing has to go in your carry-on – a look into the different worlds of logistics at Audi

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 04:27:26 EDT

- - • How the logistics division of AUDI AG and the Formula 1 project benefit from each other - • Dieter Braun, Head of Audi Supply Chain, in discussion with his F1 colleagues Bj�rn Brickwedde and Lars Rolack - • Logistics as a performance factor in motorsport and a driving force in road car production - - - More than 20 race weekends, global supply chains, tight time windows, geopolitical tensions, and the constant pressure to get every part to the right place on time: Formula 1 is not onl...

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Rakuten and Golden State Extend Historic Founding Partnership

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 03:20:00 EDT

- Multi-year partnership evolves to include fan experiences and enhanced member rewards Rakuten Group and Golden State have extended their historic founding partnership in a multi-year deal that includes fan-facing and community-focused initiatives with the Golden State Warriors, Golden State Valkyries and Santa Cruz Warriors. - - Rakuten will continue as the presenting sponsor of the Warriors Women's Empowerment efforts annually in March, as well as its flagship social impact initiative, f...

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Sonesta Brings the Ultimate Summer Cool Down to Soccer Fans with Rita's Italian Ice

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 06:24:00 EDT

Sonesta International Hotels Corporation (Sonesta) is excited to team up with Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard, the largest Italian Ice concept in the world, to help soccer fans celebrate in the coolest way possible. - - As passionate fans from across the country and around the globe travel to support their favorite soccer teams, Sonesta is surprising guests and local communities with an unexpected, refreshing way to showcase their team alliances this summer. To beat the intense summer...

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Jimmy-Jay Morgan joins West Bromwich Albion

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 12:39:07 EDT

Morgan, who spent time in our Academy as a youngster, returned to the Blues from Southampton in February 2023. - - After impressing for our Under-18s and Under-21s, he spent the second half of the 2024/25 season on loan at League Two Gillingham, where he scored twice in 16 outings. - - Morgan then joined Peterborough United for the latest campaign and scored 14 goals in 39 outings in all competitions as the Posh finished 18th in League One. - - The 20-year-old will now step up to the Champion...

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Wheaties Celebrates WNBA Star A'ja Wilson's Full-Court Impact with New Limited-Edition Box

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 08:49:23 EDT

Wheaties announced that its newest champion to grace the cover of its iconic orange box will be 3x WNBA Champion and the league's first-ever 4x Kia WNBA MVP, A'ja Wilson. From South Carolina standout to one of the most dominant players to ever step on the court, Wilson embodies what it means to be a Wheaties Champion — leading with excellence, making history and using her platform to inspire the next generation. - - “Being on the cover of a Wheaties box is one of those things you grow up dr...

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Update on clubs under a settlement agreement in 2025/26

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 20:04:12 EDT

The First Chamber of the Club Financial Control Body (CFCB) completed the assessment of clubs under a settlement agreement which had to comply with specific football earnings targets in the 2025/26 season. - - Details on those past settlement agreements can be found here, here and here. - - When conducting its assessment, the CFCB First Chamber took into account the significant and unexpected collapse of the domestic broadcasting revenues affecting French clubs in the 2025/26 season and...

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Statement from the National Football League on the Protect College Sports Act

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 19:55:34 EDT

The National Football League applauds Senators Ted Cruz, Maria Cantwell, Eric Schmitt, and Chris Coons for their bipartisan leadership in introducing the Protect College Sports Act of 2026. - - Healthy, stable, and thriving collegiate athletics is essential to the future of American sports, including Olympic sports, and this legislation is an important step to achieving that for the benefit of all college athletes and institutions alike. - - By utilizing proven models like the voluntary pool...

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Decathlon Strengthens Its Value-Sharing Model and Launches the Decathlon Seed

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 13:11:41 EDT

- - • The Decathlon Seed: a unique global initiative designed to expand teammates share ownership across the company. - • €2,000 in free shares or asset incentives granted to eligible employees worldwide.* - • Value sharing is a cornerstone of Decathlon's model. - - - Since 1987, Decathlon's family shareholders have pursued a long-standing commitment to sharing the company's success by enabling teammates to become shareholders. Year after year, this momentum has continued to grow, and...

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Ana Ivanovic visits the new Rafa Nadal Museum and reunites with her racket at the Hall of Fame

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 06:48:37 EDT

Ana Ivanovic was the godmother of the 10th graduating class of the Rafa Nadal Academy and, ahead of the graduation event, the former Serbian tennis player had the chance to discover the new Rafa Nadal Museum, recently revamped under the Inside the Legend concept, and enjoyed a very special reunion with one of the most important items of her sporting career. - - The event was attended by Rafa Nadal and former Serbian tennis player Ana Ivanovic, the patron of this class. Roland Garros c...

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Just Ride Bikes tested the REACTO 9000

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 06:26:04 EDT

A few years ago, Just Ride Bikes' David Arthur reviewed the Generation IV REACTO 6000 on his popular YouTube channel and gave it his seal of approval (view the video here ). Now, he has taken a closer look at the all-new Generation V REACTO 9000 to see what improvements have been made and how it performs on the open road. - - Having spent a few weeks on the new REACTO 9000, David begins his review with an impressive opening statement: “The Taiwanese company set out to build the fastest aer...

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Trevoh Chalobah added to England's World Cup squad

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 14:00:14 EDT

Chalobah has been called up as a replacement for the former Chelsea Academy defender, who has suffered a calf injury ruling him out of the tournament. - - FIFA regulations allow participating teams to replace an outfield player up to 24 hours before their opening fixture. - - Chalobah has one senior international cap to his name, picked up in a friendly against Senegal almost exactly a year ago. - - The 26-year-old joins fellow Blue Reece James in the squad, with England preparing for their...

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ASICS Strengthens European Innovation Capabilities Through Establishment of ASICS Institute of Sport Science Europe and Partnership with HumanFab

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 13:44:30 EDT

ASICS today announced the establishment of the ASICS Institute of Sport Science Europe (ISS Europe), a new research and development function, to further strengthen its research and development capabilities in Europe. Established within ASICS Europe B.V., ISS Europe will contribute locally to ASICS' global R&D efforts by collaborating with European partners, in close alignment with the ASICS Institute of Sport Science in Japan. - - As part of this initiative, ASICS has also entered a strateg...

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NFL Donates Flag Football Kits to All Schools and Kindergartens in D�sseldorf

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 13:40:35 EDT

In the run-up to the IFAF Flag Football World Championships, slated for August 13-16 in D�sseldorf, the NFL has donated flag football kit to D�sseldorf's Jan-Wellem-Schule. - - The NFL flag football kits will enable D�sseldorf schools to participate in the increasingly popular sport of flag football, which will make its debut at the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles. - - At the event, Alexander Steinforth, General Manager of NFL DACH, symbolically presented an NFL flag football kit to J�rg H...

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The Piaggio Group and Rome celebrate the Vespa's 80th anniversary

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 05:55:49 EDT

Rome is preparing to become the stage for the largest celebration in the history of a legend. From June 25 to 28, 2026, the Italian capital, which is also sponsoring the event, will host VESPA ROMA 2026 - 80 YEARS OF AN ICON : four days of festivities and events open to the public, to celebrate the 80th anniversary of a global symbol of freedom, style and joie di vivre. - - The city that more than any has embraced Vespa's elegant cosmopolitan soul, Rome is expecting enthusiasts from al...

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Richard P. Benevento's “Journey to Blue Lake” to Be Featured in Upcoming New York Times Book Review

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 15:30:32 EDT

Richard P. Benevento's inspirational memoir, “Journey to Blue Lake: My Tri Dream Comes True” is set to be featured in the upcoming June 14, 2026 issue of The New York Times Book Review. The anticipated placement will introduce Benevento's inspiring memoir to a broad national audience through one of the publishing industry's most respected literary platforms. - - “Journey to Blue Lake” tells a deeply personal story of perseverance, healing,

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Kim Weiss Named Head Coach of PWHL Las Vegas

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 12:44:24 EDT

PWHL Las Vegas today announced the appointment of Kim Weiss to the position of Head Coach ahead of the team's inaugural 2026-27 Professional Women's Hockey League (PWHL) season. Weiss joins PWHL Las Vegas after spending the last two seasons with the Colorado Eagles, the American Hockey League (AHL) affiliate of the Colorado Avalanche, where she became the second woman in AHL/NHL history to serve as an Assistant Coach in a full-time role. - - “I am thrilled to welcome Kim Weiss as the first...

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Marc Cucurella departs Chelsea

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 12:30:09 EDT

Cucurella joined Chelsea in the summer of 2022 from Brighton & Hove Albion and was part of the team that lifted the UEFA Europa Conference League and FIFA Club World Cup last year. - - During Cucurella's stay at Stamford Bridge, the 27-year-old defender regularly represented the Spanish national team and won the UEFA European Championships in 2024. - - Everyone at Chelsea FC would like to thank Marc for his efforts during his time at the club and for the role he played in our recent achievem...

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Ioan Lloyd Celebrates First Win in ADAC Opel GSE Rally Cup

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 12:27:41 EDT

- - • Welshman Lloyd pips Tom Dufour at the turbulent Vosges Grand-Est Rally - • Claire Sch�nborn is the second woman to make it onto the winner's podium in the Rally Cup - • First round winner Timo Schulz misses out on victory shortly before the finish - - - - - Breathtaking scenery, treacherous asphalt and a true thriller: The second race of the ADAC Opel GSE Rally Cup 2026 as part of the traditional Rally Vosges Grand-Est was spectacular for spectators and drivers alike. The thr...

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From the Streets to the World: Nike's Toma National Finals Celebrate the Global Language of Soccer

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 12:19:15 EDT

What are Nike's Toma National Finals? - Nike is transforming New York City's iconic Bryant Park into the home of the Toma National Finals, a three‑day celebration of street soccer culture and creative expression. - - Who is competing in the Toma National Finals? - Nike's Toma National Finals will spotlight more than 150 standout teen ballers who have earned their place in the tournament June 25–27 by winning small-sided and one-on-one competitions across North America. - - How do th...

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