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NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Amer Sports, Inc. (NYSE: AS) (“Amer Sports” or the “Company”) today announced its financial results for the first quarter of 2025. CEO James Zheng commented, "We began 2025 with a great performance in the first quarter, and that momentum has continued into the second quarter. Led by Arc'teryx and Salomon footwear, our unique portfolio of premium technical brands continues to create white space and take market share in sports and outdoor markets around the world. Given...

PARIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA), the global governing body for motor sport and the federation for mobility organisations worldwide, has today announced a pivotal turnaround in the financial health of the Fédération, under the leadership of FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem. At the end of the fiscal year 2024, the Fédération is pleased to report that is has achieved a robust operating result of € 4.7m, and an operating income of € 182.0m. This takes i...

CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--XP, a ticket marketplace dedicated to elevating live experiences and rewarding fandom, today announced it has raised $6.2 million in funding led by Blockchange, with participation from L1D, Reflexive, and others. The capital will accelerate XP’s mission to build the most fulfilling ticketing experience for fans. XP has rapidly scaled as a fan-favorite ticket resale marketplace thanks to its robust ticket inventory and transparent, fair-market prices. The platform boast...

COOS BAY, Ore. & LAS VEGAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Caesars Entertainment, Inc. (NASDAQ: CZR) (“Caesars”) today accepted sports wagers in Oregon for the first time, made possible through a partnership with the Coquille Indian Tribe in Coos Bay. The ceremonial first bet was placed on Caesars Sportsbook self-service wagering kiosks inside the Coquille Indian Tribe's premier gaming and hospitality destination, Ko-Kwel Casino Resort | Coos Bay, previously known as The Mill Casino, which today celebrated i...

CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Infobip, a global leader in omnichannel communications, is proud to announce its strategic partnership with Clerk Chat to deliver a groundbreaking Rich Communication Services (RCS) messaging experience for a Los Angeles based football team. This collaboration brings together Infobip’s robust messaging platform and Clerk Chat’s innovative conversational technology, enabling the team to engage with their fans in a more dynamic, interactive, and personalized way across al...

PHILADELPHIA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--As the racing world gears up for the Indianapolis 500, Aramark Sports + Entertainment (Aramark; NYSE: ARMK) and the iconic Indianapolis Motor Speedway (IMS) are introducing a robust slate of new menu items and offerings to further enhance the race day experience for guests visiting the track. Now, in their second year as partners, Aramark and IMS are collaborating to showcase a vibrant selection of new food offerings, featuring a variety of local vendors, ensuring...

LYON, France--(BUSINESS WIRE)--At today’s press conference at Groupama Stadium, Kynisca Founder and CEO, and majority owner of Olympique Lyonnais Féminin, Michele Kang, outlined the team’s new brand, logo and strategic vision for the club in the years ahead. This new vision includes: A new name to continue writing an unrivalled history: OL LYONNES A new logo to be proudly displayed from the start of the 2025/2026 season A performance campus dedicated to women's sporting excellence A move to Gro...

METAIRIE, La.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Venture Global donated $37,300 to the Coalition to Restore Coastal Louisiana to support critical coastal restoration projects in Louisiana....

SOUTHPORT, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Main Street Sports Group (the “Company”), owner and operator of FanDuel Sports Network, today announced that Rich Battista, former CEO of Time Inc., and Chris Brearton, Partner at ABGO, have been appointed to the Company’s Board of Directors (the “Board”). Mr. Battista and Mr. Brearton join the Company’s four existing board members Ryan Cunningham, Maryann Turcke, Bob Whitsitt, and David Preschlack, Chief Executive Officer of Main Street Sports Group. The Comp...

BUCHAREST, Romania & SAINT LOUIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--In a thrilling playoff finale, Indian Grandmaster (GM) Praggnanandhaa Rameshbabu emerged victorious as the 2025 Superbet Chess Classic Romania champion, capturing his first-ever Grand Chess Tour title during the second leg of the elite global series. “It feels great to win a Grand Chess Tour event,” said Praggnanandhaa Rameshbabu. “Last year, I came close but fell short in the tiebreak, so having a few hours to rest beforehand this time made a...