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IOC TOP sponsor Samsung has announced new agreements to support competitions for three of the Olympics' newest sports in the lead-up to the Paris 2024 Games.

The collaboration will see Samsung work alongside the World Surf League (WSL), Street League Skateboarding (SLS) and Pro Breaking Tour (PBT) to celebrate the sports of surfing, skateboarding and breaking — and their communities — on the Road to Paris 2024 and beyond.

Jan 25, 2024 11:01
CHENNAI: The elections of the executive committee of the Volleyball Federation of India, derecognised by the Union Sports Ministry in 2019, are set to be held during its annual general meeting on February 17.  The VFI was being run by an ad hoc committee formed by the Indian Olympic Association last year due to infighting and "unprofessionalism", New Indian Express reports.
Jan 23, 2024 17:01
TKO Group Holdings, Inc., the sports and entertainment company that comprises UFC and WWE, has appointed Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson and Brad Keywell to its board of directors, effective immediately. The addition of Johnson and Keywellto increases TKO’s board from 11 to 13 members.
Jan 23, 2024 17:01
LONDON: Rugby League Commercial (RLC) has unveiled its new global, direct-to-consumer streaming service, SuperLeague+. The platform marks the next phase of IMG’s long-term strategic partnership with RLC to reimagine the sport in the UK. Powered by IMG sister company Endeavor Streaming, it will help drive the sport’s digital transformation, diversify its media strategy and reach new audiences worldwide.  
Jan 19, 2024 18:01
LAS VEGAS: UFC, the world’s premier mixed martial arts (MMA) organization, and KUDO Snacks, a leading provider of kettle-popped Protein Popcorn, Friday announced a multiyear, global expansion of their partnership that was originally forged last year.
Jan 17, 2024 18:01
The Union Budget 2024 is expected to play a critical role in advancing India's sporting ambitions as India gears up for the Paris Olympics and future Olympic aspirations.  Last year witnessed a historic allocation of Rs 3,397.32 crore to this sector. Out of this, Khelo India got the maximum budget allocation of Rs 1045 crores and has played a pivotal part in shaping the industry’s growth. 
Jan 17, 2024 18:01
AUROVILLE (Tamil Nadu): The Equestrian Federation of India (EFI) will be conducting the National Equestrian Championship (Dressage) 2024 here from Thursday, January 18 to 26.  The event will mark the beginning of the equestrian season as around 100 riders from across India will compete for medals in individual and team events.
Jan 15, 2024 20:01
CUTTACK: Gujarat Giants became champions of Ultimate Kho Kho Season 2 with a 31-26 victory over Chennai Quick Guns at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Cuttack on Saturday.
Jan 15, 2024 19:01
MUMBAI: Bollywood superstar Hrithik Roshan has joined the Prime Volleyball League as brand ambassador for the third season of PVL.  Hrithik described the partnership as a "natural fit" for him. To spike things up, Hrithik engaged in a discussion about the upcoming season with some of the top volleyball stars who will be competing in the third edition of PVL.
Jan 12, 2024 16:01
CUTTACK: Chennai Quick Guns reached the final of Ultimate Kho Kho Season 2 with a 31-29 victory over Telugu Yoddhas in the second semifinal at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Cuttack on Thursday. They will take on Gujarat Giants, who beat defending champions Odisha Juggernauts in the first semifinal.
Jan 11, 2024 11:01
BHUBANESWAR: Ultimate Kho Kho (UKK) has onboarded IndianOil, the country’s leading diversified, integrated energy major as the 'Powered By Sponsor' for its ongoing Season 2.  Aligning with UKK’s vision of bringing a modern twist to the traditional sport, this partnership solidifies the league’s commitment to shaping the future of kho kho in India.