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Garrard adds sparkle to World Match Racing Tour
The World Match Racing Tour (WMRT) has penned a three-year commercial partnership with jewellery firm Garrard.
FIFA chief rubbishes speculation of Platini “deal”
FIFA president Sepp Blatter has moved swiftly to deny a report that claimed he may end his new four-year term early to make way for UEFA chief Michel Platini, describing the claims as “simply ridiculous”.
Qatar Foundation deal key to Barcelona’s finances – Faus
FC Barcelona’s vice-president of finance, Javier Faus, has revealed that the club remains in a “delicate situation” and has highlighted the importance of its sponsorship deal with the Qatar Foundation ahead of a critical vote this month.
Kozak insists costs are under control as IOC hails Sochi preparations
Russian Vice-Prime Minister Dmitry Kozak insisted on Wednesday that venue and infrastructure costs ahead of the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi were under control after the International Olympic Committee (IOC) hailed preparations for the Games.
LPGA loses China tournament
The Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) has insisted China remains an “important market” for the organisation despite the decision to cancel an upcoming tournament in the country.
MotoGP to return to Argentina
The International Motorcycling Federation (FIM) has confirmed that Argentina will return to the MotoGP calendar from 2013 after a 14-year absence.
Tottenham executive joins Sports Marketing 360 line-up
SportBusiness Group, publisher of SportBusiness Newslines, has announced that Charlie Wijeratna, executive director of Barclays Premier League club Tottenham Hotspur, will deliver this year's keynote address and interview at next week’s Sports Marketing 360 event.
FIH installs New Zealand as new Champions Trophy host
The International Hockey Federation (FIH) announced on Tuesday that New Zealand would be the new home of this year’s Champions Trophy after the governing body axed India as the tournament’s host country last week.
Glasgow 2014 recruits Search as sponsor
Search Consultancy, a Glasgow-based recruitment company, has been named as the second sponsor of the 2014 Commonwealth Games in the Scottish city.
Emirates expands sports sponsorship portfolio
Emirates has signed up as the title sponsor of the Australian Open golf event for the next three years after striking a deal with World Sport Group, the event’s promoter.
Rousseff outlines World Cup internet investment
Brazil’s President Dilma Rousseff has signed off an investment of US$117 million designed to enhance the country’s internet infrastructure ahead of the 2014 FIFA World Cup.
Pirates drive off with Peugeot
Premier Soccer League (PSL) champion Orlando Pirates has bolstered its commercial portfolio by agreeing a partnership deal with Peugeot.
Qatar World Cup bid chief to speak at Leaders
Hassan Al-Thawadi, the former CEO of Qatar’s successful bid to host the 2022 FIFA World Cup, will address delegates at the annual Leaders in Football conference on October 5-6.
Honda stays on the ice with new NHL partnership
Honda will remain the official automotive partner of the National Hockey League (NHL) in the United States for a further three years after the two organisations agreed to extend a relationship that began in 2008.
Study outlines Rugby World Cup’s economic impact
The 2011 Rugby World Cup could generate US$1.67 billion for the global sports economy, according to research commissioned by MasterCard Worldwide, a worldwide partner of the International Rugby Board tournament.
Milan agrees sponsor deal with former suitor
AC Milan has agreed a deal that has seen Taci Oil become a premium sponsor of the Serie A club for the 2011-12 season.
Russia 2018 set to downsize stadium plan
Russian Sports Minister Vitaly Mutko has revealed plans for Russia to reduce the number of stadia it plans to utilise during the 2018 FIFA World Cup.
Nyoka set to face new leadership battle
Mtutuzeli Nyoka is set to face a vote of no confidence next month as pressure mounts on the under-fire president of Cricket South Africa (CSA).