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Paris 2024 is set to stun the world from July 26 to August 11. Over 10,500 athletes from 206 countries will compete, with events hosted at iconic landmarks like the River Seine, Eiffel Tower, and Stade de France. Expecting a TV audience of four billion and 15 million visitors, the Paris 2024 Olympics has attracted an astounding group of over 40,000 volunteers to prepare Paris for the global stage. The Games aim to be the greenest ever, using 95% existing venues and renewable energy, setting new standards for environmental responsibility. 🌱 With the world watching, Paris 2024 is setting a new standard for unity and sustainability within the world of sports and beyond. 🌍 #Paris2024 #Olympics #Sustainability #Sports #Culture #Innovation

The WNBA has secured a groundbreaking $2.2 billion in new media-rights deals with ESPN, Amazon, and NBC. Key Insights: + The new deals boost the WNBA's annual media-rights revenue from $60 million to $200 million. + The agreements include provisions to revisit and potentially increase the deal's value in three years. + Commissioner Cathy Engelbert's strategy to market the WNBA alongside the NBA proved highly effective. This influx of funds is expected to significantly impact player salaries and team expansions, heralding a new era of growth for women's professional basketball. 🏀 #WNBA #SportsInvestment #MediaRights #WomensSports #Basketball #SportsGrowth #CathyEngelbert

Earlier this year, Two Circles, a data-driven sports marketing firm owned by Bruin Capital, was sold to London-based private equity firm Charterhouse Capital Partners for $315 million. There remain vast opportunities in leveraging sports-related data. Big data has the power to transform the sports industry by creating more engaging and personalized experiences for fans worldwide. Key Highlights on Two Circles: + Major Clients include NFL, Premier League, and Formula 1. + The firm processes more fan data than any other company, enhancing sports rights and fan engagement. + Charterhouse aims to lead the next era of sports marketing. The vast amounts of sports-related data provide enormous opportunities, allowing companies to better understand fan behavior, optimize marketing strategies, and drive commercial success. With ongoing advancements in data analytics, AI, and machine learning, the potential for further opportunities in this space is immense. #SportsInvestment #SportsTech #DataAnalytics #BruinCapital #VentureCapital #AI #MachineLearning 

The NWSL is making history again. A record 56 players from the National Women’s Soccer League are set to compete in the 2024 Paris Olympics, the highest representation from any league worldwide. 🌍 Here are a few highlights: 🌟⚽️ + 56 NWSL stars will showcase their talent in Paris. + Players from every NWSL team are participating. + 11 of 12 national teams feature NWSL players. + Top teams like NJ/NY Gotham FC and Orlando Pride have 7 players each representing their nations. + Veterans like Marta (Brazil) and Ali Riley (New Zealand) continue to shine on the global stage. + Rising stars: Over half of the first-time Olympians are 24 years old or younger. We look forward to seeing the NWSL talent light up the Olympic stage and make history in Paris. 🏅 #NWSL #Olympics #Paris2024 #WomensSoccer #GlobalStage #TalentUnleashed #RoadToGold #SoccerStars #WomensSoccer

American investors are increasingly pouring capital into European sports teams, but not everyone is happy about it. With over a third of England’s top professional teams now under U.S. ownership, this trend is reshaping the European soccer landscape. American investment brings advanced commercialization strategies and financial stability to clubs. However, it also faces cultural resistance from traditional fans who worry about the impact on their cherished teams. This raises a potential challenge in terms of fan engagement and brand perception, as the tension between significant business opportunities culture preservation continues. #FanEngagement #EuropeanSports #SportsInvestment #VentureCapital #USSports

At InStudio Ventures, we're on the hunt for more than just innovation. We seek startups that exhibit groundbreaking ideas, relentless drive, and a clear path to scalability. We invest not only our capital but also our resources and strategic partnerships to propel these ventures forward. In this clip, our Managing Partner, Danny Cortenraede, delves into our investment philosophy and the key factors we prioritize in potential investments. Is your sports startup ready for the next big leap? #VentureCapital #SportsStartups #InvestmentStrategy #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #SportsTech #GameChangers #Startups

Goldman Sachs reports a surge in family offices investing in emerging sports like UFC, surfing, and women’s leagues. High-profile investments, like Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney's purchase of Wrexham AFC, have spurred this trend. Gupta highlights the increasing focus on media rights and community investments, positioning sports as a lucrative and strategic addition to family office portfolios. #SportsInvestment #AlternativeSports #MediaDeals #WomensSports

PGA Tour has onboarded a new wave of celebrity investors from the world of music, sports, media, and entertainment. Lebron James and Drake are part of a strategic $3 billion investment in the PGA Tour. Joined by Chris Pratt, Maverick Carter, and Rich Paul, this investment aims to leverage their marketing influence and business insights to expand golf's audience. 📈 The golf industry has been booming in recent years, with participation surging globally. Since 2016, the number of on-course golfers worldwide has increased by 34%, reaching 39.6 million in R&A affiliated markets. The U.S. alone saw a 20% increase in economic impact from golf, growing from $84.1 billion in 2016 to $101.7 billion in recent years. This surge of investment coupled with the sport's increasing appeal positions the PGA Tour for unparalleled expansion and creativity, welcoming new fans and fostering exciting future prospects of the game. #GolfInvestment #PGATour #SportsGrowth #GolfIndustry #LebronJames #MaverickCarter #SportsInvestment

Netflix is making waves with its latest move into live sports, securing a deal with the NFL. 📺 This game-changing strategy marks a bold shift for the streaming giant as it dives into the high-stakes world of sports media. Major streaming platforms are racing to secure live sports media rights. Netflix is positioning itself to tap into the massive fan engagement and global viewership that comes with live sports entertainment.  Netflix joins the ranks of other media giants making significant sports deals: + HBO Max entered the sports streaming arena by securing rights to broadcast U.S. Women’s National Team soccer games. + NBC Universal renewed its deal to broadcast English Premier League soccer matches in the U.S. + Disney/ESPN signed a comprehensive deal to bring NHL games to their networks and streaming services. + Apple secured a deal to broadcast Major League Baseball (MLB) games on Apple TV+. + Amazon Prime secured exclusive rights to stream NFL Thursday Night Football. These deals are part of a larger shift in the media landscape, with streaming services increasingly vying for live sports content to capture new audiences and redefine entertainment. 📡 #SportsStreaming #NetflixNFL #LiveSports #MediaShift #StreamingRevolution

Adidas, founded in 1949, began as a simple vision for Adi Dassler. What started as a small workshop has evolved into one of the world’s largest global sports brands. Expanding their legacy, the Dassler family naturally ventured into sports technology, innovation, and investment. Decades later, leAD Sports & Health Tech Partners was established to carry forward this vision, focusing on early-stage investments in sports and health tech. Under Christoph Sonnen's visionary leadership, Lead Sports drives innovation and supports disruptive ideas. We are proud to announce our exciting new partnership with Lead Sports! 🚀✨ Together with Christoph and his dynamic team, we look forward to transforming the sports industry with cutting-edge technologies and groundbreaking initiatives that will shape the future of sports. Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting journey! 🌟 #FutureOfSports #Innovation #LeadSports #AdidasFamily #SportsTech https://lnkd.in/gYBYS2WS