Business

Wimbledon's £64.2 mn prize fund tests its tradition-first business model

The men's and women's singles champions of Wimbledon 2026 will each receive £3.6 million (about $4.93 million), while first-round losers are guaranteed £80,000 (about $109,600)

Olise set to break Neymar's record with blockbuster Real Madrid transfer

According to media reports, Real Madrid are preparing a world-record €223 million bid for Bayern Munich winger Michael Olise

CCI clears Aditya Birla-led consortium's ₹16,660 cr buyout of IPL team RCB

In March this year, United Spirits Ltd (USL) announced the sale of IPL franchise Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in a Rs 16,660 crore all-cash deal to the consortium

From burgers to pizzas, Fifa nights drive food delivery orders in India

World Cup 2026 viewership in India is driving late-night demand for burgers, pizzas, fries and beverages on food delivery platforms

IOC athlete grant: Why $10,000 payout may not stretch Olympic finances

The IOC's plan to pay eligible Olympians $10,000 marks a historic shift in athlete support, but its multibillion-dollar Olympic-year revenue suggests limited financial pressure

Five IPL franchises enter Hurun India 500 as sport turns asset class

KKR, CSK, RCB, RR and PBKS' combined valuation of over Rs 71,000 crore marks a turning point for Indian sport, showing IPL teams as mature businesses, not just cricket franchises.

Asics, Rohan Bopanna academy join hands to nurture young tennis players

The partnership will provide product access, performance education, clinics, masterclasses and support to tennis professionals at Rohan Bopanna Tennis Academy (RBTA)

IPL insurers may see fewer claims this year on lower weather disruptions

Insurers' loss ratio is estimated at 60-70%, 10-15 percentage points lower than last season

Fifa World Cup 2026: Germany begin WC quest; Curacao make historic debut

Germany, four-time world champions, begin their campaign against World Cup debutants Curaçao, a Caribbean island of just 158,000 people and the smallest nation ever to reach football's biggest stage

Fifa WC 2026: Hwang inspires Korea comeback as Czechs wilt in Group A match

The result leaves the Koreans level on points with co-hosts Mexico, who defeated South Africa 2-0 in the tournament opener earlier in the day.

Rs 799 to watch Fifa World Cup on Zee5: Five things fans must know

Zee5 has introduced two dedicated subscription plans for the Fifa World Cup 2026: a quarterly Fifa World Cup 2026 + All Access pack priced at Rs 799 and an annual version costing Rs 1,699.

Six in 10 Indians plan to watch Fifa World Cup 2026: Ipsos survey

According to the Ipsos survey, 59 per cent of Indians plan to follow the Fifa World Cup 2026, placing India among the world's most engaged markets. Argentina leads global interest at 79 per cent.

Fifa's biggest payday: The economics behind Football World Cup 2026

More recent projections suggest FIFA's total revenue for the 2023-26 commercial cycle could reach $13 billion, with nearly $8.9 billion - or about two-thirds of the total - expected to come from the 2

FIFA World Cup: The beautiful game meets ugly realities before kick-off

Referees deported, players detained and fans denied entry - Football World Cup 2026 is already mired in controversies that have little to do with football.

Champions League return drives Manchester United's financial growth

A dramatic improvement in league performance, combined with higher commercial activity and increased broadcasting income, has helped the club return to operating profitability.

NASDAQ listed IPG to invest $20M into Lanka Premier League in next 2 years

The all-stock merger brings IPG's cricket league commercial rights portfolio, including the LPL, under the NASDAQ-listed platform UGRO

United Spirits tweaks investor consortium in $2 Billion RCB stake sale

United Spirits also confirmed that the agreement continues to involve the sale of 14,690 equity shares in RCSPL.

Sergio Ramos set for return to boyhood club Sevilla as owner in €400m deal

According to reports from Spain, Ramos is the leading public figure in a consortium backed by investment firm Five Eleven Capital.

Rahul Dravid joins European T20 Premier League as Dublin Guardians owner

The ETPL finalised its franchise lineup during the Dublin event attended by franchise owners, league officials and administrators from European cricket boards

Mittals, Poonawalla pad up for Rajasthan Royals with $1.65 billion deal

Take over 90% stake in IPL franchise from existing shareholder Manoj Badale