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VENUM, the world's leading creator and distributor of combat sports clothing and accessories, remains the exclusive partner and equipment supplier of ARES Fighting Championship, one of France's leading MMA leagues, until 2025. On this occasion, the partners announce the release of a new collection during 2025. The collaboration between the two entities has been ongoing since 2022, thanks in particular to their shared values of excellence and innovation. “We are delighted to continue our collaboration with one of the leading players in French MMA, and to contribute to the development of MMA in France. Our teams will remain committed to offering the best products to athletes and fans through this partnership.” Franck Dupuis - Founder and CEO of VENUM.

VENUM / BE GREATNESS The concept behind Be Greatness is a brand campaign developed by VENUM, designed to showcase the brand’s DNA and the direction it aims to take in the coming years. This ambitious initiative seeks to represent the diverse journeys of athletes by exploring each of the critical stages in their path. This includes moments of doubt, where athletes question their abilities, as well as periods of pain, which are an inherent part of the physical and mental effort required to excel. The campaign also highlights motivation, that powerful driving force that pushes athletes to surpass themselves and keep training, despite the obstacles. Training, representing hard work and discipline, is central to this narrative, illustrating the sacrifices necessary to achieve excellence. Finally, the campaign celebrates glory, that long-awaited moment when athletes reap the rewards of their relentless efforts. The main idea behind Be Greatness is to trace this rich and complex journey, whether it is marked by the shadows of doubt or the light of success. Every athlete follows a unique path, shaped by personal experiences, struggles, and triumphs, to fulfill their destiny. By showcasing these authentic stories, VENUM aims to inspire and motivate not only athletes but also anyone striving to achieve their dreams, no matter their field. In this 1 minute 40 seconds spot, VENUM highlights its star athletes such as Khamzat Chimaev, Ilia Topuria, Benoit Saint-Denis, Bakary Samake, Baysangur Chamsoudinov, Chingiz Allazov, and Ciryl Gane, to demonstrate the brand’s commitment to excellence. VENUM reaffirms its support for perseverance and performance, inspiring the next generation of fighters. Ugo Beaumeyer, Gilles Remy, Brandon OLIVAUX, Noah Bernardi, Gabriel Fiorito, Inès Falgueres, Sarah KACEL, Magnoly Inthavong, Maxime Monfret, Valentina Simanikhina, Abde El

VENUM, world leader in combat sports apparel and equipment, continues to expand its influence in the sports world with a notable entry into the world of motorsports and motocross. Since 2005, VENUM has established itself as a reference in terms of technicality and adrenaline, offering products designed to optimize athletes' performance. In 2023, to celebrate the centenary of the legendary 24 Hours of Le Mans race, VENUM entered the world of Motorsports by partnering with Aston Martin Racing. Sporting the colors of the legendary driver Henri Pescarolo, the brand also made a mark in the GT4 Championship. This year, VENUM is strengthening its presence in the motocross and supercross’ world thanks to a collaboration with Team BUD RACING KAWASAKI, known for its commitment to high-level competition and its performances in European and world championships. This alliance has led to the development of a first collection dedicated to riders, designed to meet the demands of these disciplines. Venum announce its partnership with freestyle motocross icon Tom Pagès. A true pioneer in his discipline, the five-time X Games champion now proudly wears the colors of Venum! Tom Pagès is known for revolutionizing FMX with bold and unprecedented tricks, constantly pushing the limits of the sport. With a career marked by performance and a major influence on the evolution of FMX, he continues to inspire and amaze fans around the world. This collaboration marks a turning point for Venum, which is further strengthening its presence in the world of extreme sports by partnering with one of the most talented and innovative athletes of his generation. VENUM teams up with the greatest riders to embody its values : Tom Pagès, the freestyle genius; Romain Jeandrot, the indomitable four-time stunt world champion; and Esteban Ocon, the Formula 1 strategist and Hungarian Grand Prix winner. These riders embody the values of self-improvement and performance, which are at the heart of the brand's philosophy.

VENUM, world leader in combat sports apparel and equipment, continues to expand its influence in the sports world with a notable entry into the world of motorsports and motocross. Since 2005, VENUM has established itself as a reference in terms of technicality and adrenaline, offering products designed to optimize athletes' performance. In 2023, to celebrate the centenary of the legendary 24 Hours of Le Mans race, VENUM entered the world of Motorsports by partnering with Aston Martin Racing. Sporting the colors of the legendary driver Henri Pescarolo, the brand also made a mark in the GT4 Championship. This year, VENUM is strengthening its presence in the motocross and supercross’ world thanks to a collaboration with Team BUD RACING KAWASAKI, known for its commitment to high-level competition and its performances in European and world championships. This alliance has led to the development of a first collection dedicated to riders, designed to meet the demands of these disciplines. Venum announce its partnership with freestyle motocross icon Tom Pagès. A true pioneer in his discipline, the five-time X Games champion now proudly wears the colors of Venum! Tom Pagès is known for revolutionizing FMX with bold and unprecedented tricks, constantly pushing the limits of the sport. With a career marked by performance and a major influence on the evolution of FMX, he continues to inspire and amaze fans around the world. This collaboration marks a turning point for Venum, which is further strengthening its presence in the world of extreme sports by partnering with one of the most talented and innovative athletes of his generation. VENUM teams up with the greatest riders to embody its values : Tom Pagès, the freestyle genius; Romain Jeandrot, the indomitable four-time stunt world champion; and Esteban Ocon, the Formula 1 strategist and Hungarian Grand Prix winner. These riders embody the values of self-improvement and performance, which are at the heart of the brand's philosophy.

VENUM x Polaris: A Top-Notch Partnership! Venum is teaming up with Polaris to bring you a groundbreaking collaboration: Europe’s top grappling event and the leading combat sports brand. This partnership is set to kick off a new chapter for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) and mixed martial arts. We’re combining the best in grappling competitions with top-tier performance gear! Already the official exclusive partner of the Ultimate Fighting Championship, Venum has made a name for itself in the MMA world and continues to lead in the combat sports market with its high-quality training gear and equipment. Venum is always teaming up with local and global organizations to remain on top. Polaris, famous for its submission-focused format, hosts elite Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu fighters from all over. Much like Venum, it has a strong focus on creativity and strategy, attracting top-tier talent. Rising stars like Baissangour Chamsoudinov are making waves, and fans of the 'gentle art' are set to witness great things with this new partnersh!

HEXAGONE MMA x FOOTKORNER x VENUM : A New 100% French Partnership! VENUM has teamed up with HEXAGONE MMA and FOOTKORNER to present an unprecedented collaboration. VENUM and FOOTKORNER are now the official equipment suppliers for HEXAGONE MMA. Known for its Parisian successes at La Défense Arena and the Zenith, HEXAGONE MMA has also established an international presence in Dubai and Germany, becoming one of the most powerful leagues in Europe. As an official and exclusive partner of the Ultimate Fighting Championship Venum has conquered the global MMA scene, establishing itself as a leader in the combat sports market. Renowned for its high-quality equipment, Venum continues to partner with local and global organizations, reinforcing its position as the number one in the field. Additionally, VENUM is significantly expanding its lifestyle offerings. By partnering with FOOTKORNER, a leading name in French streetwear, VENUM aims to gain more expertise in the streetwear market. This collaboration among the three entities will result in the creation of new, exclusive collections of MMA clothing and equipment, and represents a winning strategy by combining different areas of expertise and contributing to the growth and popularity of MMA in France.

Venum's New Campaign Shoot: An Unforgettable Sporting Moment! Last week, we shot the new VENUM campaign! Some of our top athletes were present to make this campaign a pure moment of sport. Among them were Ilia Topuria, known as "El Matador" and featherweight champion, Nassourdine Imavov, ranked in the top 5 worldwide in the middleweight category, Ciryl Gane, ranked 2nd worldwide in the heavyweight category, and Benoit Saint-Denis, ranked 11th in the UFC lightweight rankings. The shoot took place over several days, with VENUM's marketing team at the helm to manage this ambitious production. Stay tuned to catch the release of this campaign, and in the meantime, here’s a sneak peek from the shoot. #UFC #VENUM #BTS

Amour & Sport - Chelles Gala, June 2024 🔥🥊 Team Venum is once again partnering with @smilemouvement to organize the 4th edition of the Amour & Sport gala. The "Amour & Sport" boxing gala is a collaborative concept aimed at bringing people together through boxing. The goal is to highlight associations, athletes, and local sports clubs. At Venum, we are committed to promoting sportsmanship and the values of martial arts to younger generations, while giving them opportunities to showcase their potential. The "Amour & Sport" gala took place in the city of Chelles on Saturday, June 22, 2024. With 13 amateur boxing matches, including two female fights and two adaptive boxing matches, the fighters were able to honor their disciplines and displayed exceptional sportsmanship. Furthermore, numerous personalities and content creators, such as @franckgastambide, @kaderddiaby4real, and Nassourdine Imavov, were present to show their support. With nearly 1,000 people in attendance this weekend, the gala was a resounding success! Join us for the next edition, with even more entertainment, personalities, and above all, sport. 🇫🇷 Amour & Sport - Gala de Chelles Juin 2024 🔥🥊 L'équipe Venum s'associe de nouveau à @smilemouvement pour organiser la 4ème édition du gala Amour et Sport. Le gala de boxe « Amour & Sport » est un concept associatif visant à fédérer autour de la boxe. L'objectif est de mettre en avant des associations, des sportifs ainsi que des clubs de sport locaux. Transmettre les valeurs sportives aux jeunes générations et leur donner l'occasion de montrer leur potentiel sont de véritables priorités chez Venum. En outre, le partage, la convivialité et l'entraide sont des valeurs fortes que nous partageons et que nous prenons à cœur de véhiculer. C'est dans la ville de Chelles que le gala « Amour & Sport » s'est déroulé ce samedi 22 juin 2024. Avec 13 combats de boxe amateurs, dont 2 féminins et 2 combats handi-boxe, les combattant(e)s ont pu mettre à l'honneur leur discipline et ont fait preuve d'un fair-play exceptionnel. De plus, de nombreuses personnalités et créateurs de contenu, comme @franckgastambide, @kaderddiaby4real, et Nassourdine Imavov, ont pu être présents et apporter leur soutien. Avec près de 1000 personnes présentes ce week-end, ce gala fut un véritable succès ! Alors, n'hésitez pas à assister à la prochaine édition, avec encore plus de show, de personnalités et surtout de sport.

🏆 Les Championnats de France de MMA se sont déroulés le 8 & 9 Juin à l'Ecole Polytechnique de Saclay 🇫🇷 Venum, la marque française, est fière de soutenir la FMMAF (La Fédération de MMA Française) dans l'organisation de l'événement de MMA amateur incontournable de l'année. Les meilleurs combattants de France se sont rencontrés pour désigner le numéro 1 de chaque catégorie et concourir pour une place dans l'équipe nationale afin de représenter le pays lors des compétitions internationales. Venum s'engage dans le développement du sport amateur et est honoré de soutenir les jeunes talents et les champions de demain. Mention spéciale pour les combattants militaires, qui ont offert au public des combats spectaculaires, toujours dans le respect et en véhiculant les valeurs fortes qui caractérisent leurs carrières sportives et professionnelles.

🚨 BIG ANNOUNCEMENT🚨 The Ultimate Fighting Championship, the world's premier mixed martial arts organization, today announced that VENUM, the world's leading designer and distributor of combat sports apparel and accessories, will remain the UFC's exclusive global partner through 2029. The new long-term agreement has been negotiated in conjunction with the Ultimate Fighting Championship's licensing agent, IMG.  VENUM has been a great partner over the past few years and we are thrilled to continue our relationship with them through the end of the decade," said Tracey BLECZINSKI, Senior Vice President of Global Consumer Products for the Ultimate Fighting Championship. The key to the success of this partnership is that VENUM understands the unique needs of fighters competing in the Octagon as well as those of everyday MMA enthusiasts who train to stay fit.  Franck Dupuis and his team at VENUM continue to provide excellent fighting equipment and training apparel to our athletes and fans. According to Franck Dupuis, founder and CEO of VENUM, "The long-term extension of our partnership is a major sign of recognition from the Ultimate Fighting Championship. We are delighted to continue our collaboration with the No. 1 organisation in combat sports. Our teams are proud to be committed to providing athletes and fans with unique collections that underline our passion for martial arts. In 2023, the Midnight and Emerald limited editions were among the best-selling items in the Fight Night series designed by VENUM. In the future, the Ultimate Fighting Championship and VENUM plan to release two new special collections each year. #UFC #VENUM