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Nov 01, 2019 00:11

Wearable technology to debut at Next Gen ATP Finals

LONDON: For the first time on the ATP Tour, players will be permitted to use wearable technology in competition this year during the Next Gen ATP Finals, to be held 5-9 November at the Allianz Cloud in Milan.

The data collected will allow players and coaches at the 21-and-under event to quantify the demands of the competition…

Nov 01, 2019 00:11

Nitto ATP Finals teams up with Marriott Bonvoy

LONDON: The ATP has announced a new marketing partnership between the global travel programme Marriott Bonvoy and the Nitto ATP Finals, the ATP’s season finale. 

This year’s Nitto ATP Finals, featuring the world’s best eight qualified singles players and doubles teams of the season, will be played at The O2 in London from 10-…

Nov 01, 2019 00:11

Extreme E confirms Desert location in Saudi Arabia

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia: Extreme E Thursday named the third of its five race locations, confirming that the Desert leg of the new electric rally championship being developed using electric SUVs, will take place in Saudi Arabia, with a number of potential routes currently being examined.

Oct 31, 2019 20:10

WIFA Women’s League 2019-2020 set for kick-off

MUMBAI: A total of 18 teams will be competing for the top honours in the WIFA Women's Football League 2019-2020, which is scheduled to commence at the Cooperage ground from Friday.

There are 11 teams from Mumbai, four from Pune, two from Kolhapur and one from Satara participating in this tournament, which is scheduled to…

Oct 31, 2019 20:10

NASCAR extends 20-yr+ Mars partnership

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla.: NASCAR and Mars, Incorporated Wednesday announced a multi-year extension, continuing the iconic candy manufacturer’s long-standing partnership and designation as the “Official Chocolate of NASCAR”. 

The renewed agreement ensures Mars’ various brands remain a race day staple for millions of fans and extends…

Oct 31, 2019 20:10

Paris Saint-Germain scores 4-yr 'denim' partnership

PARIS: Italian denim specialty brand Replay’s parent company Fashion Box has signed an agreement with French football giants Paris Saint-Germain to become the club’s "Official Denim Partner" for the next four seasons.

While financial terms were not disclosed, French daily L’Équipe reports that the agreement is worth…

Oct 31, 2019 19:10

World Table Tennis to house ITTF’s commercial assets

LAUSANNE, Switzerland: The executive committee of the International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) met recently in Chengdu, China, and agreed on the following key decisions:

1. To fully go ahead with new commercial vehicle World Table Tennis under the proposed structure presented by the Tender’s Selection Panel.

Oct 31, 2019 18:10

IMG-R adds Shreyas Iyer to cricket talent roster


MUMBAI: IMG Reliance has added another rising star in Indian cricket to its list of talents with the inclusion of Shreyas Iyer.

IMG Reliance will be handling Iyer’s commercial interests, brand building and management along with other off-field engagements. 

It already works with Rohit Sharma, Jasprit Bumrah and…

Oct 30, 2019 19:10

Tokyo 2020 delivers a unique gymnastics venue

TOKYO: The Olympic and Paralympic Games Tokyo 2020 have another main venue ready for next year's Summer Games action. 

The Ariake Gymnastics Centre, which was officially delivered Tuesday, will be the future home of gymnastics - one of the most popular events in the Olympic programme. The centre will host artistic, rhythmic…

Oct 30, 2019 19:10

Tour de France promoter deepens Saudi ties, announces cycling race

RIYADH: The first Saudi International Cycling Tour will be staged in Riyadh early next year, organised by Amaury Sport Organization, the French company that runs the Tour de France.

Being held under the umbrella of the International Cycling Union (UCI), the four-day race will take place from February 4 to 8 on a star-shaped…