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Jun 08, 2020 19:06

LaLiga presents b'cast innovations for competition return

MADRID: Ahead of the competition's return on Thursday, 11 June, LaLiga has announced new broadcast experiences that will be part of the remaining 11 matchdays of the 2019/20 season.

Due to the unprecedented situation caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, LaLiga Santander and LaLiga SmartBank matches will look and sound different…

Jun 08, 2020 19:06

Sevilla FC announces Valvoline as global partner

LEXINGTON, Ky.: Valvoline Inc., a leading worldwide supplier of premium branded lubricants and automotive services, and professional European football club Sevilla FC Monday announced a new long-term partnership in which one of the most recognized and respected brands in the global automotive lubricant industry will team up with one…

Jun 08, 2020 18:06

Sony launches wireless sports headphones in India

NEW DELHI: Sony on Monday launched new wireless sports headphones WI-SP510 for Rs 4,990 in India.

It features IPX5 water resistance rating that can handle splashes and sweat during intense workout session without any disruptions.

Dedicated to deliver extra bass for sports enthusiasts, the neckband headphones aims to…

Jun 08, 2020 18:06

HQ BET becomes Lazio’s Asian betting partner

ROME: SS Lazio has annouced HQ BET as the Lega Serie A club's official Asian betting partner, signing an agreement that will run until 2022.

In the context of international commercial development, this is a great opportunity for both parties involved. HQ BET is a leader in the betting and entertainment industry in the Pacific-…

Jun 08, 2020 17:06

Asian Tour resumption plans include 'India swing'

SENTOSA, Singapore: The Asian Tour plans to resume its 2020 season in September where its schedule is based on forecasts and the current trajectory of gradual relaxations of social distancing measures across the region.

The decision for the Tour’s restart in September is also largely centered around international travel…

Jun 08, 2020 16:06

DAN India launches gaming demand side platform

MUMBAI: The Data Sciences Division of Dentsu Aegis Network (DAN) India has launched is claimed to be the world’s first gaming demand side platform, ‘Dentsu Play’.

With Dentsu Play, DAN’s Data Sciences Division aims to strengthen the group’s programmatic and tech offerings and in turn help brands better connect with audiences…

Jun 05, 2020 18:06

W Series cancels 2020 season; plans F1 support races in 2021

LONDON: The W Series has announced it has been forced to cancel all races in 2020 because of the coronavirus outbreak – but says plans are already in place for a "bigger and better" season in 2021.

The decision not to proceed with W Series’ eight-race on-track programme for 2020 – which was scheduled to start in St Petersburg…

Jun 05, 2020 18:06

World Team Table Tennis Championships postponed to 2021

LAUSANNE: The International Table Tennis Federation announced Thursday that the Local Organising Committee (LOC) of Busan had been asked to look for new dates to host the Hana Bank 2020 World Team Table Tennis Championships, which were scheduled to be held in the South Korean city from 27 September through to 4 October. 

The…

Jun 05, 2020 17:06

IFSC cancels Innsbruck 2020 Sport Climbing World Cup

TORINO, Italy: The International Federation of Sport Climbing (IFSC) and Austria Climbing announced Friday that the IFSC World Cup, originally scheduled in Innsbruck (AUT) from June 23 to 27, has been "definitely" cancelled.

Indeed, although the current situation in Austria is slightly and steadily improving, and considering…

Jun 05, 2020 17:06

AIFF 'food grant' for U17 Women's WC India probables

NEW DELHI: The All India Football Federation has taken an initiative to support the dietary regime of the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup probables by paying a stipend of Rs 10, 000 per player for the months of June, and July.

The AIFF will take a stock of the situation later as and when the preparatory camp in Goa can resume as…