China
Alibaba links up with boxing’s governing body
The Alisports division of Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba Group has expanded its influence in sport by signing a Memorandum of Understanding with the International Boxing Association (Aiba).
Mendes’ Gestifute agency forges partnership with Chinese conglomerate
Gestifute, the powerful football agency founded by influential Portuguese agent Jorge Mendes, has entered into a wide-ranging strategic partnership with Foyo Culture and Entertainment, a subsidiary of Chinese investment conglomerate Fosun International.
Dalian Wanda targeting five major acquisitions in sports and entertainment markets
Chinese conglomerate Dalian Wanda has said it is planning five “substantial” acquisitions in the sports and entertainment sectors this year after reporting on its financial results for 2015 and outlining its targets for the coming 12 months.
CAA partners with iRENA to boost sports hospitality in China
The CAA Premium Experience division of sports and entertainment giant Creative Artists Agency (CAA) has agreed an exclusive partnership with leading Chinese sports hospitality and event management company iRENA International.
Second Chinese event added to Ironman calendar
The Wanda Sports Holdings division of Chinese conglomerate Dalian Wanda has confirmed the Chinese city of Hefei will stage an Ironman triathlon series event later this year.
IMG backs new Chinese ski resort
The IMG agency has partnered with Chinese real estate company Zhonghong Holdings to aid the delivery of a new winter sports facility in Changbaishan.
Chinese FA reveals bid plans for 2023 Asian Cup
The Chinese Football Association (CFA) has announced that it is planning to bid to host the 2023 edition of the Asian Cup national team tournament.
Ironman expands to China after Dalian Wanda takeover
The Wanda Sports Holdings division of Chinese conglomerate Dalian Wanda has announced that Xiamen will become the first city to host Ironman events in China following its takeover of the triathlon series last year.
Golf’s China Open returns to Beijing
Beijing will stage the 2016 edition of golf event the China Open, it has been confirmed.
Top government official appointed to lead Beijing 2022
Prominent Chinese politician Guo Jinlong has been appointed president of Beijing’s organising committee for the 2022 winter Olympic and Paralympic Games as officials today (Tuesday) again downplayed concerns over air pollution in the city.
Beijing to host new KHL ice hockey club
Ice hockey’s Kontinental Hockey League is to expand into China with a new Beijing-based team set to enter the competition in September 2016.
Netherlands lands 2019 World Archery Championships
World Archery has announced that the Dutch city of s-Hertogenbosch – better known as Den Bosch – will host the 2019 edition of its World Archery Championships and World Archery Para Championships.
LPGA unveils new US tournament, details 2016 calendar plan
The Ladies Professional Golf Association has unveiled a new tournament near Green Bay, Wisconsin for its 2017 season and is targeting a second event in China for a 2016 calendar that is set to see prize money on the LPGA Tour rise to a new high of more than $63m (€58.5m).
Fencing’s World Championships head to China
The International Fencing Federation (FIE) has announced that the Chinese city of Wuxi will host the 2018 edition of its Senior World Championships.
Dalian Wanda completes World Triathlon Corp takeover
Chinese conglomerate Dalian Wanda has closed a deal to acquire World Triathlon Corporation (WTC), the parent company of the Ironman triathlon series.
LeTV creates joint venture with Bird’s Nest operator
Chinese internet company LeTV, which operates the Le Sports service, has established a joint venture with the operator of China’s National Stadium in Beijing, better known as the Bird’s Nest.
China commits to high-speed rail line for 2022 Olympics
China has given its approval for the development of a Y58.4bn (€8.5bn/$9.2bn) high-speed rail line that will connect the capital of Beijing to all outdoor venues that will be used during the city’s hosting of the 2022 winter Olympic Games.
China’s Rastar Group claims controlling stake in LaLiga club
Chinese manufacturing business Rastar Group has announced the acquisition of a majority stake in LaLiga football club Espanyol in a move that is set to further increase Chinese investment in the Spanish top-tier competition.