News Briefs – Page 16
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News briefsQ36.5 launches running apparel line for multisport athletes
Italian cycling apparel brand Q36.5 has introduced its first dedicated running collection.
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News briefsNFL has benched the chain gang
The National Football League (NFL) did away with the chain gang – the team of officials who, with a literal chain, measure out ten-yard gains for the team on offense – for its Hall of Fame game on July 31 in Ohio. The only thing measuring first downs that day, ...
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News briefsFirst-ever live football match broadcast in immersive VR
Burnley FC and Rezzil announce first-ever VR matchday broadcast experience.
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News briefsGrowth at Emerald
The US-based trade show organizer posted Q2 gains, with steady organic performance in its outdoor and sporting goods events portfolio.
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News briefsKatjes to acquire majority stake in Bogner
Katjes International has signed an agreement to acquire a 60% stake in German premium apparel brand Willy Bogner.
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News briefsMacron eyes record year
Italian sportswear brand Macron generated €107 million in revenue during the first half of 2025.
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News briefsItaly fines Shein €1m for misleading environmental claims
Italy’s competition authority (AGCM) has fined fast-fashion retailer Shein €1 million for deceptive environmental marketing.
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News briefsPeter Rice named LA28 Head of Ceremonies and Content
Rice was the former Chairman of Walt Disney Television.
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News briefsThe fittest cities in America for 2025
The 18th annual ACSM American Fitness Index ranked 100 largest cities based on 35 indicators.
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News briefsJohn Donahoe has a new role
The former Nike CEO will now be working in an academic environment.
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News briefsDecathlon accelerates growth in India with nationwide expansion plans
Decathlon plans to expand its footprint in India to over 90 cities and reach approximately Rs 8,000 crore (€870m) in revenue by 2030.
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News briefsArtie Starrs to depart as CEO of Topgolf
Topgolf Callaway Brands is searching for a replacement.
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News briefsNBA has European plans
The NBA has settled a three-year schedule for four different cities in Europe
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News briefsPuma appoints Andreas Hubert as COO
The new chief operating officer comes from a well-known competitor.
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News briefsEl Corte Inglés keeps its Chairman
The shareholders in El Corte Inglés have reelected Marta Álvarez to another five-year term in the Chairmanship of its Board of Directors, according to Diffusion Sport. Also reelected to the board were Cristina Álvarez, as one of its directors, and José Ramón, as its Secretary. The Spanish retail chain began ...
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News briefseBay raises full-year guidance
The e-commerce platform reports better-than-expected growth across regions and increases its revenue and earnings guidance for 2025.
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News briefsDecathlon to boost sourcing in India
Decathlon plans to be sourcing $3 billion in goods from India by 2030
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News briefsGap appoints Nike veteran Maggie Gauger as CEO of Athleta
Gap has named Maggie Gauger as global brand president and CEO of its women’s activewear brand Athleta
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News briefsFY24 sales, profits down at Decathlon Spain
Decathlon Spain generated VAT-exclusive revenues of €1.857 billion, down 1.4 percent from the €1.883 billion of FY23.
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News briefsDecathlon joins FESI to strengthen EU-level industry representation
Decathlon has joined the Federation of the European Sporting Goods Industry (FESI) as a member.
