Category Archives: Sports

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Mitre Launches Official Match Ball for The Soccer Tournament (TST) 2025

(IN BRIEF) Mitre has unveiled the official match ball for the 2025 The Soccer Tournament (TST), the Mitre Ultimax Pro, featuring a bold design inspired by the global competition. With FIFA Quality Pro accreditation and advanced technologies like Hyperseal and … Read the full press release

Škoda Auto Marks 32nd Year as Official Sponsor of IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship with New Enyaq RS Family and Exclusive Fan Experiences

(IN BRIEF) Škoda Auto celebrates 32 years as the official sponsor of the IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship by unveiling its new Enyaq RS family of all-electric vehicles. In addition to providing 45 electrified vehicles for the tournament, Škoda also … Read the full press release

Tony Langley’s Gladiator Sailing Team Takes Lead in 2025 52 SUPER SERIES at Saint-Tropez

(IN BRIEF) Tony Langley’s Gladiator Sailing Team made a strong start at the 2025 52 SUPER SERIES, winning the first race and finishing second in the second race at Saint-Tropez Sailing Week. Supported by a talented crew including Guille Parada … Read the full press release

Savills Partners with Bath Rugby to Strengthen Community Ties and Support Youth Development

(IN BRIEF) Savills has entered into a new partnership with Bath Rugby, reinforcing their shared heritage and collaborative values. As the Official Club Property Partner, Savills will feature its logo on the club’s kit and support Bath Rugby’s networking initiatives. … Read the full press release

PUMA’s Project3 Participants Achieve Stunning PBs at 2025 London Marathon, Shaving Over 2 Hours Off Personal Bests

(IN BRIEF) PUMA’s Project3 runners delivered incredible results at the 2025 London Marathon, collectively shaving nearly three hours off their personal bests. A total of 39 runners set new PBs, with Lucy Jones leading the way for the women with … Read the full press release

BASF and Hagihara Industries Develop UV-Resistant Turf Installed at J-League Field

(IN BRIEF) BASF and Hagihara Industries have jointly developed an advanced formulation of Tinuvin® UV stabilizers to produce highly durable polyolefin yarns for artificial turf, improving resistance to sunlight and weather. The enhanced turf, which now boasts a lifespan of … Read the full press release

PUMA Unleashes the Fast-R NITRO™ Elite 3, Its Fastest Running Shoe Yet

(IN BRIEF) PUMA has unveiled the Fast-R NITRO™ Elite 3, its fastest and lightest running shoe to date, launching ahead of the Boston Marathon. Backed by a biomechanics study from the University of Massachusetts Amherst, the shoe offers a 3.15% … Read the full press release

Eva Lys Named Porsche Brand Ambassador Ahead of Porsche Tennis Grand Prix

(IN BRIEF) Eva Lys, currently Germany’s top-ranked women’s tennis player, has been named a “Friend of the Brand” by Porsche, strengthening her long-standing relationship with the sports car company that has supported her career through its junior tennis programs. She … Read the full press release

Standard Chartered Launches Sports-Focused Alternative Fund for Wealth Clients Seeking Private Market Growth

(IN BRIEF) Standard Chartered has launched a new alternative investment fund dedicated to the sports sector, aimed at ultra-high-net-worth and high-net-worth clients through its Global Private Bank. With global sports leagues increasingly seeking alternative capital, and media rights revenues growing … Read the full press release

EIB Supports Prishtina’s Heritage: €500,000 Grant for Revitalizing the Palace of Youth and Sports Ahead of 2030 Mediterranean Games

(IN BRIEF) A €500,000 grant under the EIB’s Economic Resilience Initiative and Urban Projects Finance Initiative will provide technical assistance for the Palace of Youth and Sports renovation in Prishtina. The project will focus on the building’s reconstruction, conservation, and … Read the full press release

Schneider Electric Returns as Title Sponsor of Marathon de Paris, Championing Sustainability and Inclusive Athleticism

(IN BRIEF) Schneider Electric is once again taking the lead as the title sponsor of the Marathon de Paris, which will take place on April 13 and attract over 55,000 participants globally, including 6,000 associated with the company. The event … Read the full press release

5P Europe Foundation: New Initiative for African Children

(IN BRIEF) The Vatican World Leaders’ Summit on Children’s Rights in February 2025 showcased several initiatives for protecting children worldwide. One key project, led by Robert Szustkowski of the 5P Europe Foundation, focuses on promoting sports and a healthy lifestyle … Read the full press release

PUMA Unveils Innovative West End Flagship to Redefine Retail Experience in Europe

(IN BRIEF) PUMA is set to open its first European flagship store in London’s West End in Autumn 2025, strategically located near Selfridges and Bond Street Tube Station. The 24,000 square-foot venue will offer an immersive, interactive experience that blends … Read the full press release

H&M Move Unveils S/S 2025 Resort Collection for the Modern Racket Sports Enthusiast

(IN BRIEF) H&M Move’s S/S 2025 women’s Resort collection redefines racket sports apparel by offering a complete, court-ready wardrobe that combines style with high-performance materials. Designed for tennis, padel, and pickleball, the collection emphasizes functionality with features like ball pockets, … Read the full press release

Continental Unveils Terra Adventure: Redefining Off-Road Excellence for Gravel Enthusiasts

(IN BRIEF) Continental has unveiled the Terra Adventure, the latest and most aggressive addition to its Terra tire series, engineered specifically for off-road gravel riding. Inspired by the technology behind its renowned XC mountain bike tires, the Terra Adventure features … Read the full press release

New Global Report Illuminates Hidden Crisis of Trafficking in the Sports World

(IN BRIEF) Loughborough University, alongside Mission 89 and the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association UK Branch, has released the first comprehensive global report on sport trafficking. The document provides a detailed academic and policy analysis that includes a thorough literature review, expert … Read the full press release

Unleashing Authentic Energy: PUMA’s ‘Go Wild’ Campaign Redefines the Spirit of Sport

(IN BRIEF) PUMA is launching its most extensive global campaign to date, titled ‘Go Wild’, which marks a bold evolution in the brand’s identity. Celebrating the spirit of individuality, the campaign encourages runners—from everyday enthusiasts to elite athletes—to pursue the … Read the full press release

B-Human Defends Standard Platform League Title at RoboCup German Open 2025, Sets Sights on World Championship

(IN BRIEF) At the RoboCup German Open 2025 in Nuremberg, the B-Human robot soccer team, a collaboration between the University of Bremen and DFKI, defended its title in the Standard Platform League with a perfect record and an impressive 73-0 … Read the full press release

PUMA Partners with Premier League to Ignite Global Football Performance and Fan Engagement

(IN BRIEF) PUMA has formalized a new partnership with the Premier League, positioning itself as the Official Ball Supplier starting with the 2025/26 season. This strategic move is designed to elevate PUMA’s brand and bolster its reputation in sports performance. … Read the full press release

UEA Tennis Club Boosts Sustainability with Donation of Used Tennis Balls to Dogs Trust Snetterton

(IN BRIEF) The UEA Tennis Club has taken a creative step towards sustainability by donating a large quantity of used tennis balls to Dogs Trust Snetterton in Norfolk. Recognizing the waste generated by their high usage, club members repurposed the … Read the full press release