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  • FanCode secures exclusive multiyear deal to stream PGA Tour events in India

    FanCode secures exclusive multiyear deal to stream PGA Tour events in India

    MUMBAI: Golf fans can swing their clubs in glees.  Sports streamer FanCode  has signed a deal with the  PGA Tour to broadcast a plethora of golf events in on its streaming service. This multi-year agreement solidifies FanCode’s position as the ultimate destination for golf enthusiasts in India.

    Said FanCode co-founder  Yannick Colaco “We are thrilled to partner with the PGA Tour  to bring Indian fans closer to the world of golf. This deal reinforces FanCode’s commitment to offering a diverse range of sports content to our audience. Golf fans in India can now enjoy premium access to the sport’s most iconic tournaments and top players, all at their fingertips.”

    PGA Tour  senior vice-president international media Thierry Pascal added: “We have found a perfect partner in FanCode with India being an important market for golf that features a growing community of passionate fans. Through this collaboration, we are excited to showcase PGA Tout  players and events to Indian fans, offering them high-quality golfing action year-round. We look forward to working closely with FanCode to further grow the sport’s popularity across the country.”

    Key Highlights:
    *   Over 40 events will be streamed annually, providing fans with unparalleled access to the world’s most prestigious golf tournaments.
    *   FanCode has already streamed three marquee events from the PGA Tour: the Hero World Challenge, the Grant Thornton Invitational, and the PNC Championship.
    *   The PGA Tour features an impressive lineup of golfers, including Tiger Woods, Rory McIlroy, Scottie Scheffler, Xander Schauffele, and rising star Akshay Bhatia.
    *   The partnership aims to bring Indian fans closer to the world of golf and showcase high-quality golfing action year-round.

    Availability:
    *   Fans can catch all the live action on FanCode’s mobile app (Android and iOS), TV app (available on Android TV, Amazon Fire TV Stick, Jio STB, Samsung TV, OTT Play, and Airtel XStream), Amazon Prime Video Channels, and on the web at www.fancode.com. In addition to the PGA Tour,  FanCode offers fans the DP World Tour;

  • Tiger Woods’ Hero World Challenge renews title sponsorship deal with Hero MotoCorp till 2030

    Tiger Woods’ Hero World Challenge renews title sponsorship deal with Hero MotoCorp till 2030

    MUMBAI: Veteran champion golfer Tiger Woods’ events production company TGR Live has found a hero. The world’s largest two-wheeler maker Hero MotoCorp has agreed to extend its title sponsorship of the Hero World Challenge, which is under the TGR Live umbrella. The PGA-sanctioned tournament will now remain at Albamy, Bahamas through the 2030 playing.  Additionally, the Indian two-wheeler firm has said yes to continuing with Woods as its global corporate partner.

    The tournament rounds will be held between 5 and 8 December and it will be televised on the Golf Channel during all its rounds and by NBC during the third and final rounds.

    The Hero World Challenge is the longest-running PGA Tour event managed by TGR Live. The event was started by Woods and his father Earl in January 2000 to raise funds for the TGR Foundation. Hero MotoCorp first title sponsored the tournament  in 2014 at Isleworth Golf & Country Club. In 2015, the tournament moved to Albany, Bahamas where it will be played for the ninth time in 2024.Under Hero’s title sponsorship, the tournament has grown from 18 players to 20.

    Right from its inception, Woods vision has always been to utilise the event to raise awareness, support and resources that make a positive impact in the lives of youth around the world. Proceeds from the 2024 Hero World Challenge benefit TGR Foundation, Tavistock Foundation and Bahamas Youth Foundation.

     

    Tiger Wood with Pawan Munjal

    “Hero MotoCorp has played a vital role in the tournament’s evolution, growth and success; and their commitment is felt by everyone who joins us at Albany,” said Woods “Through the years I have come to respect Pawan (Munjal, the executive chairman of Hero MotoCorp) as a visionary leader and more importantly a trusted friend. His progressive leadership has made a significant impact not only on the future of global mobility but also the game of golf.”

    On his part, Munjal said he was proud to extend the partnership with Woods as the money raised from it goes towards the foundation which helps bring in meaningful change in communities just like Hero Motocorp group pioneers transformative innovations in the automotive industry.

    “Over the past decade, I have witnessed firsthand his extraordinary impact – not only as one of the greatest athletes in history but also as a global ambassador of excellence and a beacon of inspiration for millions,” Munjal elaborated. “This enduring collaboration is more than a testament to shared values; it’s a commitment to redefining boundaries, driving innovation, and shaping a better world. Together, we remain resolute in our mission to create a meaningful and lasting legacy that transcends sports and inspires generations to come. Together with Tiger, we are committed to elevating the Hero World Challenge as a powerful platform for positive social impact and global inspiration.” 

    Scottie Scheffler won the Hero World Challenge in 2023 with his score being 20 under and his his margin of victory being three strokes. Runner-up was Sepp Straka.  

  • Neo Sports extends tie-up with US PGA Tour to 2021

    Neo Sports extends tie-up with US PGA Tour to 2021

    MUMBAI:   Neo Sports Broadcast Network has extended its tie- up with the PGA Tour till 2021 and will continue to broadcast live International golf events across the globe that come under the aegis of the US PGA Tour.  With a total of 52 tournaments under the PGA Tour belt all held in a calendar year, the PGA Tour remains a golfer’s favorite, and Neo Sports has ensured that the viewer gets to watch the best in golf.

    “Golf has been a primary focus for us since the very beginning. The sport is growing in India, and with this acquisition we want to further strengthen our positioning” said Neo Sports EVP programming Mautik Tolia  

    NEO Sports will showcase all events including some top tier PGA Tour events like the World Golf Championship, Masters Tournament, U.S Open, The Players Championship, FedEx Cup Play Offs and the biennial Presidents Cup. In addition to this, events from WEB.COM and the Champions tour will also be featured on NEO Sports. Some of the world’s most renowned players like Tiger Woods, Arnold Palmer, Jack Nicklaus, Jayson Day, Jordan Speith, Anirban Lahiri and many others have been playing PGA Tour and PGA-related tournaments.  

    “With the acquisition of this multiple-year deal, Neo Sports will maintain continuity of its promised action and retain the title of being the no1 Golf destination of television in India and the Indian Sub-continent,” said the company in a media statement.

    Tolia further said, “We are excited to have tied up for the next 6 years, which means golf is actually swinging and how.  Golf is one of the fastest growing sport and we are happy to be able to bring this comprehensive selection to sports lovers. Neo Sports remains committed in its efforts to bring the best and most sought after sports for its audience.” 

  • Neo Sports extends tie-up with US PGA Tour to 2021

    Neo Sports extends tie-up with US PGA Tour to 2021

    MUMBAI:   Neo Sports Broadcast Network has extended its tie- up with the PGA Tour till 2021 and will continue to broadcast live International golf events across the globe that come under the aegis of the US PGA Tour.  With a total of 52 tournaments under the PGA Tour belt all held in a calendar year, the PGA Tour remains a golfer’s favorite, and Neo Sports has ensured that the viewer gets to watch the best in golf.

    “Golf has been a primary focus for us since the very beginning. The sport is growing in India, and with this acquisition we want to further strengthen our positioning” said Neo Sports EVP programming Mautik Tolia  

    NEO Sports will showcase all events including some top tier PGA Tour events like the World Golf Championship, Masters Tournament, U.S Open, The Players Championship, FedEx Cup Play Offs and the biennial Presidents Cup. In addition to this, events from WEB.COM and the Champions tour will also be featured on NEO Sports. Some of the world’s most renowned players like Tiger Woods, Arnold Palmer, Jack Nicklaus, Jayson Day, Jordan Speith, Anirban Lahiri and many others have been playing PGA Tour and PGA-related tournaments.  

    “With the acquisition of this multiple-year deal, Neo Sports will maintain continuity of its promised action and retain the title of being the no1 Golf destination of television in India and the Indian Sub-continent,” said the company in a media statement.

    Tolia further said, “We are excited to have tied up for the next 6 years, which means golf is actually swinging and how.  Golf is one of the fastest growing sport and we are happy to be able to bring this comprehensive selection to sports lovers. Neo Sports remains committed in its efforts to bring the best and most sought after sports for its audience.” 

  • Nike signs on Tiger Woods in an endorsement deal

    Nike signs on Tiger Woods in an endorsement deal

    MUMBAI: For Woods, his latest Nike deal, arguably, caps a complete rebound from his marital problems that became public in 2009 and derailed his marketability.

    Since turning professional in 1996, Woods has been a Nike endorser, and his latest deal will keep him one for many more years. Tiger Woods has endorsed many brands in the past but Nike is something which has always stood by him. Reports ensure that there is a new endorsement deal between the two.

    In a statement released Wednesday confirming the new contract, Nike Golf president Cindy Davis said: “We are thrilled to continue our partnership with Tiger. He is one of Nike‘s most iconic athletes and has played an integral part in Nike Golf‘s growth since the very beginning.” Though terms of the contract were not disclosed, Woods‘ agent, Mark Steinberg, had made clear in recent weeks that negotiations were progressing to keep the world‘s No. 1 player “with Nike for the rest of his career.” Woods‘ original five-year deal reportedly was worth $40 million. Numerous media outlets cited Woods earning $100 million annually from Nike beginning in 2001.

    Over time, Woods has rebuilt his endorsement portfolio and with four victories already this season, he has fulfilled that requirement. Now, marketers such as Rolex, NetJets and EA Sports are heralding him again.

  • Golf – Dubai Desert Classic Live on Ten Sports

    MUMBAI: Tiger Woods will try to defend his title at the Dubai Desert Classic live and exclusive on Ten Sports. 12 time Major champion Woods is in remarkable form, having claimed his 7th consecutive US PGA tour victory on Sunday at the Buick Invitational and will attempt to hold on to a title that he won in dramatic style last year, beating Ernie Els in a play off.

    The Dubai event continues to grow in stature every year, attracting a field of the worlds top golfers with a total prize money of 2.4 million dollars. It will be played on the Majlis course of the beautiful Emirates golf club in the heart of Dubai. The European stars looking to disturb Tiger Woods’s hold on the title include Ryder Cup hero Darren Clarke, Lee Westwood and Colin Montgomerie. In all 9 of the 12 players from the European team in the Ryder Cup will be in action

    However, many eyes in the first 2 rounds will be on former world number 1 Greg Norman, who returns to Dubai to play alongside the current stars, even though he has been concentrating on his golf course development business in recent years. Norman was world number 1 for 331 consecutive weeks, a record that only Tiger Woods has broken.

    The other major contender will of course be Ernie Els, the champion in Dubai in 1994, 2002 and 2005, looking for revenge from last years play-off defeat. The coverage on Ten Sports is in addition to the channels’ live coverage of the FBR Open from the United States, leading to 7 hours a day of live golf this weekend.

    Ten Sports broadcasts exclusive coverage of the US PGA tour, European tour and the US PGA Championships as well as coverage of the top Indian golf events.

    Schedule:

    Day
    Date
    Time
    Event
    Friday 2/2/07 15:00 EPGA: Dubai Desert Classic Day 2 (Live)
    Saturday 3/2/07 14:30 EPGA: Dubai Desert Classic Day 3 (Live)
    Sunday 4/2/07 16:30 EPGA: Dubai Desert Classic Day 4

  • US PGA Tour: Buick Invitational Live on Ten Sports

    MUMBAI: Ten Sports will show live coverage of all four days of the Buick Invitational golf this week from Friday 26th to Sunday 29th January with golf fans hoping for a repeat of the excitement of last year.

     

    In 2006 Tiger Woods won the tournament for the 4th time, winning a dramatic play off against 2 time Masters champion Jose Maria Olazabal and Australian rookie Nathan Green. It meant three wins in 4 years for Tiger Woods at the event, which has been running since 1952 and at the Torrey Pines Golf Course in La Jolla California since 1968.

     

    The live coverage runs from 0130 – 0430 IST with the action from the last 2 days repeated in prime time at 1915 IST on Sunday 28th and Monday 29th.

     

    Ten Sports broadcasts exclusive coverage of the US PGA tour, European tour and the US PGA Championships as well as coverage of the top Indian golf events.

     

    Schedule:

    Day Date Time Event
    Friday 26/1/07 1:30 a.m. US PGA Tour: BUICK INVITATIONAL Day 1 (LIVE)
    Saturday 27/1/07 1:30 a.m. US PGA Tour: BUICK INVITATIONAL Day 2 (LIVE)
    Sunday 28/1/07 1:30 a.m. US PGA Tour: BUICK INVITATIONAL Day 3 (LIVE)
    Monday 29/1/07 1:30 a.m. US PGA Tour: BUICK INVITATIONAL Day 4 (LIVE)

    ABOUT TEN SPORTS: Only launched in April 2002, Taj TV’s Ten Sports is watched by more viewers than any other sports channel in the sub-continent and is available in nearly 50 million cable/ satellite households worldwide. In just a short span of three years, Ten Sports has also become the world’s biggest producers of cricket.

    The channel broadcasts cricket from Sharjah, the West Indies, Pakistan, Sri Lanka and Morocco throughout the Indian sub-continent and Asia, as well as in Europe and the Middle East. Other cricket properties broadcast by Ten Sports in certain territories include internationals from India, the World Cup 2003 and the ICC Champions Trophy 2004.

     

    FOR MORE INFORMATION ON TEN SPORTS PROGRAMMES, CONTACT:

    Murtuza Madraswala – Taj Television India Pvt Ltd, 403 Manish Commercial Complex, Dr. A.B. Road, Mumbai, India. Tel no: +91 22 6662 3101; Fax no: +91 22 6662 629; Email: murtuzam@tajtv.com or visit www.tensports.com

  • Ten Sports extends deal with US PGA Tour

    Ten Sports extends deal with US PGA Tour

    MUMBAI: Ten Sports has announced the extension of its broadcasting rights deal with the US PGA Tour, giving it coverage for the next three years.

    The deal allows Ten Sports to broadcast over 40 golf events each year.
    The Players Championship, the WGC-Mission Hills World Cup, the Arnold Palmer Invitational presented by MasterCard, the WGC-Accenture Match Play and the Buick Invitational are just some of the events that will feature in the coverage.

    Ten Sports viewers will be treated weekly golf from players such as Ernie Els, Vijay Singh, Jim Furyk and Tiger Woods.
    Ten Sports’ parent Taj Television CEO Chris McDonald said, “The US PGA Tour is the world’s premier tour and we are delighted to have renewed our existing contract. It proves once again Ten Sports ambition to continue to provide the very best in sports entertainment and set the highest standards in sports broadcasting.”

    Ten Sports had originally signed a short-term trial agreement with the Tour for 2006 for six events. Ten Sports VP programming Peter Hutton said, “The success of our coverage in 2006 means that we are now happy to sign a much bigger agreement for the next 3 years, which guarantees us live coverage of the world’s top golf on a weekly basis.”

    Ten Sports is already the rights holder to the European Tour and the US PGA Championship.