Shorts: Andy Murray, Blackpool, Motherwell
Castore has launched a petition to have a road in Wimbledon renamed after British tennis icon Sir Andy Murray.
The UK sports apparel brand has proposed that the road currently known as ‘Church Road’ should be retitled as Murray Mile in honour of the three-time major champion.
On Thursday, the 37-year-old received a standing ovation after playing his final match at Wimbledon, the iconic grass court grand slam that he previously won in 2013 and 2016.
Murray became an ambassador and investor of Castore back in 2019, and has his own tennis wear collection with the Manchester-based company.
“Andy’s legacy is unequalled. His desire to compete and push himself beyond his limits in order to win is inspiring,” said Tom Beahon, Co-Founder of Castore.
“It only makes sense that the SW19 site where he achieved greatness should immortalise his excellence.
“As an ambassador and investor, he embodies our better never stops mentality both on and off the court and we hope the public join us in celebrating his achievements with a permanent legacy.”
Blackpool Football Club has revealed Pleasure Beach Resort as a new principal sponsor for the 2024/25 season.
As per the agreement, the amusement park’s logo will feature on the Seasiders’ away and third shirts throughout the upcoming League One campaign.
Pleasure Beach will also provide ‘fantastic offerings’ for Blackpool season ticket holders, with further details set to be revealed in due course.
Amanda Thompson, CEO of Pleasure Beach Resort, said, “We know many of our guests are Blackpool fans, and supporting our home team is our way of putting back into the town we love. This is a special partnership for us and one we’re hugely excited about.
“We wish the Seasiders all the very best for a smooth and successful season – leave the rollercoasters to us.”
Motherwell Football Club has inked a new partnership with Ticketmaster, taking effect from next season.
The ticketing solutions specialist will support the Scottish Premiership club in running a cost-efficient operation, while also providing an enhanced fan experience.
The North Lanarkshire club’s switch to Ticketmaster is intended to help alleviate match-day queuing at Fir Park, the team’s 13-742 seat home.
Motherwell will also adopt Ticketmaster’s real-time data analytics to help manage queues and enable a more seamless experience for supporters.
Grimsby Town has inked a sleeve sponsorship deal with engineering services company Blackrow Group.
The Grimsby-based firm’s logo will feature on the League Two club’s sleeves from the start of next season.
Polly Bancroft, said, “Blackrow are a local business who employ many people in our community, so it’s great to have them on board as an official partner of the club,” said Polly Bancroft, CEO of Grimsby Town.
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