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NBC's broadcast of the 150th #KentuckyDerby on Saturday saw an audience of 16.7 million viewers, the largest since 1989.
Viewership peaked at 20.1 million viewers from 7-7:15pm ET as Mystik Dan won 📺🐎 sportsbusinessjournal.com/Articles/2024/…
Miami's Hard Rock Stadium is expanding its domain, hosting sporting events and creating premium spaces for fans 🍷
The investment includes structures like the Paddock Club, which doubles as a private lounge for Dolphins season-ticket holders.
Read more from Bret McCormick ⬇️
Meta’s WhatsApp is shifting into high gear 🏎️
The app introduced a new Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team team emoji for its two billion+ users.
This emoji replaces the standard race car emoji and resembles the black and teal open-wheel car used by Mercedes in real life.
📰 | Adam Stern
Elevating young athletes to new heights 🔝
Learn how IMG Academy is forging connections between student-athletes and elite brands like Under Armour and Gatorade in order to shape the future of sports training and sponsorship.
📰| Wes Sanderson
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#ChurchillDowns VP Sarah Contardo shares insights into the meticulous planning for the 150th Kentucky Derby 🐎
With more than 200 checkpoints & 60+ wristband variations, the race will be a ground for innovation in fan experience tech.
📰 | Ethan Joyce
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SBJ’s Bret McCormick takes us inside the newly renovated clubs ahead of the 150th running of the #KentuckyDerby 🐎👒
Churchill Downs recently completed a $200M paddock project to further enhance the venue’s premium offerings.
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Don't miss the excitement of today's 150th #KentuckyDerby 🏇
In this week's #SBJ , mollie cahillane goes behind the scenes with NBC Sports as they gear up for Derby Day ⬇️
The 150th #KyDerby takes place today 🐎
NBC Sports is gearing up for an epic broadcast, featuring over 16 hosts and reporters across NBC, Peacock, and USA Network.
Read more from mollie cahillane ⬇️
.FICO (Fair Isaac) has secured branding deals with three jockeys at the #KentuckyDerby 🤝
The jockeys will wear FICO-branded pants and caps, and will also make social media posts as part of the partnership. sportsbusinessjournal.com/Articles/2024/…
One question stood out during a Reddit AMA with Houston Texans owner Cal McNair.
'Would you ever consider changing the uniform designs?' 🤔
This inquiry sparked discussions that ultimately led to a full-scale rebranding effort.
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Charles Barkley says 'Inside the NBA' can't be replicated without Ernie Johnson 🎙️
Barkley mentions that he's keeping his phone nearby, even while on the golf course, eagerly awaiting updates on NBA rights talks.
Read more from Tom Friend ⬇️
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