Skyscanner's multi-year sponsorship agreement with the Solheim Cup is just one of many sponsorship agreements. However, examining it closely can help us better understand Skyscanner's interests and motivations. It's worth noting that Skyscanner has recently signed its first-ever…
WPP says "2023 promises to be a highly competitive environment for brands and rights-holders looking to get ahead in the sports industry". I also see the sports broadcasting landscape has changed significantly in 2022. Streaming became a very important…
Before I go into the details of the extended partnership - until 2027 - between the BMW Group and the DP World Tour, it's worth a look at the state of the global sports sponsorship. Brand sponsorships in…
I see the coronavirus has triggered changes in sports sponsorship as well. The organizers of the Race to Dubai (of course other golf tournaments too), but also its sponsors like Rolex have to face and embrace the changes…
I hope you will follow the 25th Evian Championship (25-29 July 2019) that kicks off today. Its overall prize is now $4,100,000. While we are cheering for our favorite female tour player (e.g. Lydia Ko), we should also…
While Webb Simpson can be happy for the Burns & Wilcox sponsorship deal, I would suggest them rethink and revise how to maximize this sponsorship and cooperation. Marketers like Burns & Wilcox should move beyond putting their logo the…
The Australian LPGA Tour player Minjee Lee had just finished her rookie year in December 2015. However, it was not an obstacle to gain a new sponsor, the ECCO Golf. She turned professional in 2014. At the age of 17,…
HSBC's announcement about the renewal of their global golf sponsorship portfolio (World Golf Championships-HSBC Champions, the HSBC Women’s Champions and the Abu Dhabi HSBC Golf Championship) brought a great relief. In the summer was announced that HSBC will…
For many years Dina Shore and Kraft Nabisco was the title sponsor of the LPGA Championship. This year ANA (=All Nippon Airways) will be for the first time the title sponsor of the LPGA's first major, which features…
Last week I came across with the news the Ping signed a sponsorship deal with the olympian swimmer superstar Michael Phelps. John Solheim, Ping's chairman and chief executive officer expressed his hopes that "his global presence as a…
Recently I heard that Katherine Grainger (she was selected as one of the 5 athlete ambassadors for promoting the key messages of Team GB - the 2012 Olympic Team; 6 times world champion) and Gavin Hastings are partnering…
As Tiger Woods' private life gets more publicity, companies are reevaluating their cooperation with the golf player. A successful sportsman is always a good tool for companies to communicate their values by sponsoring sportsmen. Tiger Woods is also…
As a groundswell, the collapse of the American automotive and financial sector arrived to the golf industry by significant cuts in golf sponsorship budgets. The sponsorships shrunk by 3.7% according to IEG LLC. As one of the major…
Prosports International, the UAE's premier golf retailer, celebrates its 30th anniversary, marking three decades of significant contributions to the region's golfing community. From its humble beginnings, Prosports International has evolved into a market leader, actively shaping the UAE's…
What’s driving the interest in golf among gin manufacturers? Previously, I discussed Eden Mill's gin, and now I’m pleased to present Ben Lomond Scottish Gin's Open Special Edition 2025 (see below). While beer and whisky brands have traditionally…
Have you noticed the remarkable rise in the popularity and viewership of women's sports? FIFA reported an astounding 3.2 billion views of their social and digital content for the 2023 Women’s World Cup, and the 2023 U.S. Open…
In 2023, the National Golf Foundation estimated that there were 11.5 million on-course senior golfers (aged 50 and over) in the U.S., accounting for 43% of all on-course golfers. I couldn't find any substantial statistical data on the…
Loch Lomond, once famous for its exceptional malt whiskies, has adapted and now produces remarkable grain whiskies as well. This transformation, driven by Exponent Private Equity's vision, allows the brand to achieve new heights. They harness the artistry…
The professional sports industry represents one of the most profitable sponsorships and brand partnerships sectors. As of 2023, the global market for sports sponsorships has surpassed 100 billion U.S. dollars and is projected to nearly double by 2030…
Great news for budget-conscious golfers! The new Pinnacle Distance golf balls launched on March 15th, and they're incredibly affordable at just $19.99 for a pack of 15. Pinnacle boasts a strong reputation for providing durable, distance-driven balls without…