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1 month ago | 
insidersport.com | Kieran O'Connor
Berlin’s incumbent government is facing criticism from opposition parties and the general public after revealing ambitions to host the Olympic and Paralympic Games. The ruling party wants to bring the Olympics to Germany, Berlin Sports Minister Iris Spranger announced on May 27. The plans outline a desire to host a sustainable Olympic and Paralympic Games in 2036, 2040 or 2044 across a range of cities, Berlin included.
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1 month ago | 
insidersport.com | Kieran O'Connor
West Ham United and London Stadium have secured two separate partnerships with BrewDog, making the brewery the official beer provider for both the Premier League club and its home ground. West Ham’s partnership with BrewDog, announced on May 28, kicks off with a grassroots football initiative, supporting local teams in East London. BrewDog will provide branded kits to clubs at Hackney Marshes and Romford Rec.
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1 month ago | 
paymentexpert.com | Kieran O'Connor
While neobanks have been a welcome addition to the payments space, they’re also emerging as hubs for payment risk. Challenger banks have experienced significant growth in recent years. Revolut, for example, totalled over 52.5 million customers by the end of 2024, an increase from 38 million the year prior. In addition to customers attracted to payment products not available from traditional institutions, a big reason for this growth is how easy it is to open an account.
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1 month ago | 
insidersport.com | Kieran O'Connor
UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall has secured a partnership with American sportswear brand Champion, further expanding his commercial footprint across multiple industries. Announced today (May 28), the collaboration includes his debut capsule named HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPION. Created in collaboration with Aspinall, the range features performance-focused apparel alongside lifestyle-inspired designs, including Champion’s signature Reverse Weave hoodie.
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1 month ago | 
insidersport.com | Kieran O'Connor
Enhanced Games Founder Aron D’Souza has reacted to criticism from the China Anti-Doping Agency (CHINADA), which likened the event to a “drug contest”. CHINADA condemned the event on May 23, likening it to a “gladiator show” and criticising its slogan: “The achievements of science and technology should be celebrated.” The agency argued the competition distorts the essence of sport, turning it into a “drug contest” rather than a fair athletic competition.
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1 month ago | 
insidersport.com | Kieran O'Connor
France has relaunched its ‘Behind the Label’ campaign for the upcoming French Open at Roland Garros, to warn tennis fans about the risk of sports betting. Meanwhile, the Netherlands is preparing to roll out a sweeping ban on gambling sponsorships. Launched by l’Autorité Nationale des Jeux, the French initiative aims to raise awareness about the risks associated with sports betting, with messaging tailored specifically to resonate with tennis fans.
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1 month ago | 
insidersport.com | Kieran O'Connor
Borussia Dortmund (BVB) has named Vodafone its new main sponsor for the next five years following a social media post featuring next season’s kit design. Announced on May 26, the partnership will see Vodafone’s logo feature on the Bundesliga club’s shirts from the 2025/26 season. As a sign of solidarity, the telecom giant has agreed to change its usual red and white logo to black, aligning with BVB’s iconic yellow kits.
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1 month ago | 
insidersport.com | Kieran O'Connor
Tipico has expanded its partnership with the Deutscher Fußball-Bund (DFB) to include the 3. Liga, making it a sponsor across all tiers of professional football in Germany. Starting in July, the sports betting operator will become an official partner of Germany’s third division under a three-year agreement running through the 2027/28 season. The deal gives Tipico exclusive central advertising rights across the 3. Liga.
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1 month ago | 
insidersport.com | Kieran O'Connor
Welcome to Sideline Moves, Insider Sport’s new weekly roundup spotlighting the key moves shaping the business of sport. Every Friday, we bring you the latest executive appointments, strategic hires, boardroom shifts, and behind-the-scenes deals from across the global sports industry — all in one place. Scottish tennis legend Andy Murray has joined venture capital firm Redrice Ventures following the conclusion of his coaching partnership with Novak Djokovic.
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1 month ago | 
insidersport.com | Kieran O'Connor
Manchester United may be thinking about packing its bags and leaving football for good after the season the men’s team has had. If this is the case, the NBA’s planned move to launch a European league may have come at just the right time. Basketball is a global sport, with attendance and participation steadily increasing outside the US year after year. Europe is home to some of basketball’s most passionate followings, renowned for electric atmospheres and deep-rooted fan culture.
