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Nole is Laureus world sportsman; Spanish women among top winners

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Apr 23, 2024 21:04

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Novak Djokovic, Aitana Bonmatí, Jude Bellingham and Simone Biles were among the big winners in Madrid on Sunday night, as Spain was at the centre of world sport with an unrivalled collection of sport’s greatest talents celebrating the 2024 Laureus World Sports Awards.

On an unforgettable evening at the historic Palacio de Cibeles in the heart of Madrid, with media from across the world in attendance, Djokovic was named Laureus World Sportsman of the Year for a record-equalling fifth time.

Dec 03, 2020 14:12

WTA unveils comprehensive rebrand; new logo

ST. PETERSBURG, FL, USA: The WTA (Women’s Tennis Association) has introduced a new corporate identity, redefining the organization's strength as a collective unit of inspiring athletes and tournaments.

Dec 02, 2020 19:12

Australian Open reportedly sets delayed February 8 start

THE 2021 EDITION OF THE Australian Open is set to go ahead on February 8, three weeks after the original Melbourne Park start date, according to multiple reports in the local media. Tennis Australia CEO Craig Tiley has sent reportedly an email to players, coaches and managers outlining strict conditions, including two weeks quarantine.

Dec 02, 2020 19:12

Roger Federer 'back in business' with his RF logo

MUMBAI: Tennis superstar Roger Federer, who earlier this year regained possession of the iconic RF logo from Nike, Tuesday announced on his Twitter handle: “The RF hat is back!”

Nov 26, 2020 19:11

Mutua Madrid Open becomes a two-week tournament

MADRID: The Mutua Madrid Open announced on Wednesday that as from 2021, it will be a two-week tournament. The extension reaffirms the spirit of growth at the only combined ATP Masters 1000 and WTA Premier Mandatory to be played in Europe. The news means that next season the Mutua Madrid Open will take place from 27 April to 9 May in the Caja Mágica.

Nov 25, 2020 19:11

Tata Maharashtra Open 2021 postponed indefinitely

PUNE: In a development that was always on the cards, the 2021 edition of the Tata Maharashtra Open and Bangalore Open Challenger men’s tennis events - scheduled to be held in early February - have reportedly been postponed indefinitely (read cancelled).

Nov 25, 2020 18:11

Slinger Bag continues global expansion with India deal

BALTIMORE: Slinger Bag, a sports brand focused on innovating game improvement equipment for all ball sports with an initial focus on the global tennis market, has announced a 5-year distribution agreement to cover the Indian market with Racquets4U, a fast growing racquets specialist e-tailer focused on serving the needs of racquet sports lovers in India.

Nov 25, 2020 15:11

WTA and Stats Perform serve up breakthrough partnership

LONDON: The WTA Tuesday named Stats Perform its Official WTA Data Supplier. The transformative partnership will deliver multiple feeds to customers – an exclusive umpire-derived data feed for an expanded number of WTA matches, as well as an ultrafast data feed collected by Stats Perform’s Opta analysts.

Nov 23, 2020 17:11

ATP and Infosys extend digital innovation partnership

LONDON: Infosys, a global leader in next-generation digital services and consulting, and the ATP, have announced the renewal of their highly successful partnership for a further three years. The agreement will see Infosys continue as Global Technology Services Partner and Digital Innovation Partner of the ATP, through 2023.

Nov 18, 2020 16:11

Australian Open announces Ralph Lauren as new Official Outfitter

MELBOURNE: The Australian Open and Ralph Lauren Corporation Tuesday announced a new, global long-term partnership. Ralph Lauren has been named Official Outfitter of the Australian Open and will outfit all on-court officials, including the AO ballkids and chair umpires, in a specially-designed collection of apparel and accessories.

Nov 18, 2020 16:11

Rolex extends global partnership with ATP

LONDON: The ATP has announced a long-term extension to its partnership with Rolex. The new agreement begins in 2021 and will see Rolex continue as the Official Timekeeper of the ATP Tour as well as the Nitto ATP Finals in Turin, Italy. In addition, Rolex will also become the Official Timekeeper of the Next Gen ATP Finals in Milan, Italy.

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