Sailing
Ares takes minority stake in France SailGP Team
US investment fund Ares Management has made a move into sailing, acquiring a minority stake in the France SailGP Team in the third such deal within the sport in the past month
Australia SailGP gains A-list investors, title sponsor
The Australia SailGP Team has gained Hollywood actors Hugh Jackman and Ryan Reynolds as co-owners and Australian underwear brand Bonds as title sponsor.
SailGP dips toe in betting rights waters
Bettors in the US and various international territories will be able to stake money on SailGP’s New York leg this weekend as the property aims to stoke enough interest to begin selling its betting rights in 2026.
Naples lands 38th edition of America’s Cup
The America’s Cup will remain in Europe for its 38th edition, with Naples to take the sailing showpiece to Italy for the first time in what is being heralded as the biggest sporting event to be held in the city.
SailGP seeks broadcast head to succeed Gracey
SailGP has initiated a search to find a new global head of broadcast rights and distribution as Tom Gracey leaves the role for another position in the industry.
Ineos drops America’s Cup in latest sport exit
Ineos' shrinking sports portfolio has jettisoned another key asset after the company announced it will not take part in the 38th America's Cup following its decision to part ways with British sailor Sir Ben Ainslie.
Ineos review of sports assets to continue
More change is expected at the sports portfolio of Ineos after it emerged the global chemicals company has split from British sailor Sir Ben Ainslie to launch a new America's Cup challenger team.
Havas acquisition to boost Spanish agency CA Sports
Havas advertising group has acquired the Barcelona-based sports marketing agency CA Sports to integrate with its Havas Play sports and entertainment business in Spain.
Network TV slots to give SailGP wide US exposure
SailGP has secured a significant new media deal, after CBS Sports renewed its agreement for the annual sailing series with an increased commitment to network television coverage
Rolex switches tack with SailGP title sponsorship
Rolex has upgraded its SailGP sponsorship to become its first-ever title sponsor, having previously conditioned its support on the team sailing series going without such a designation.
SailGP eyes broadcast growth with raft of deals
SailGP has announced new, or extended, broadcast rights deals across Australia, Brazil, Germany and New Zealand ahead of a 2025 season which it expects to provide “significant further growth” in terms of its audience reach.
Emirates pens five-year SailGP sponsorship
Emirates' Global Partner package to SailGP includes naming rights to two races and significant media exposure for the airline, the two parties announced today (Thursday)
EXCLUSIVE: SailGP nets Emirates, DP World as global sponsors
SailGP has significantly strengthened its sponsorship portfolio, bringing Emirates and DP World on board as Global Series Partners ahead of the new season, SportBusiness can reveal.
Canada stays in SailGP with record team sale, landmark transfer
The future of the Canadian team in SailGP, the annual national teams' sailing competition, has been secured after its acquisition by biotech entrepreneur Greg Bailey
America’s Cup TV puzzle complete with UK WBD deal
Warner Bros. Discovery has secured a UK broadcast deal for the 37th America's Cup ahead of this week's start, ensuring the event is broadcast in every competing market
Acciona Energía added to ‘vindicated’ America’s Cup
Renewable energy suppler Acciona Energía has become the ‘Official Energy Partner’ of the 37th America’s Cup in what is likely to be the last sponsorship deal signed by the organisers before the action…
Brazil, Germany, Switzerland join record SailGP season calendar
Season five to be the league’s most expansive to date, with 14 events across an increased five continents.
SailGP team is Mubadala Capital’s latest Brazilian sports investment
Mubadala Capital has acquired what will be the sailing series' first South American team as the investor continues to target the Brazilian sports industry.