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Ford announces return to F1
American automotive company Ford have announced their return to Formula One. Ford stated that they will be returning to the sport in 2026 when the new engine regulations are introduced. It is reported that Ford will partner with Red Bull for their return to the grid and will team up with the Austrian team's engine company, Red Bull Powertrains, although an official announcement is awaited. Following Honda walking away from the sport, Red Bull had decided to set up their own power unit facility. Red Bull and its sister team AlpaTauri will continue to use Honda engines till the end of the 2025 season. The 2026 season will see new power unit regulations with teams using increased electrical power and sustainable synthetic fuels in the internal combustion engine. Reports suggest Ford will concentrate on battery and hybrid technology in their partnership with Red Bull. Ford's return in 2026 will mark the team's return to the sport since 2004 when they were last in the sport with the Jaguar team. Ford had sold its Jaguar team to Red Bull in 2004. Ford had made its Formula One debut in the 1960s and won their first title with Lotus and Graham Hill in 1968. The team's most recent title win was that of Michael Schumacher's with Benetton in 1994. Ford has been apart of 10 Constructors' and 13 Drivers' Championships over the years.
Ford announces Red Bull partnership for F1 return
After making the announcement for their return to Formula One, Ford have officially announced that they will be partnering with Red Bull for their return to the sport in 2026 and Red Bull and their sister team AlphaTauri will both use Ford-branded engines from the 2026 season onwards. The announcement of the partnership between Ford and Red Bull was made during Red Bull's livery launch for their RB19 car for the upcoming season, in New York. Following Honda's announcement to walk away from the sport, Red Bull had set up a new division to build their own engine, Red Bull Powertrains and Ford will now support the team and also provide technical input and work together on the development of a hybrid power unit to supply engines to Red Bull and AlphaTauri. Christian Horner, Team Principal, Red Bull Racing, said, "It’s fantastic to be welcoming Ford back into Formula 1 through this partnership. As an independent engine manufacturer to have the ability to benefit from an OEM’s experience like Ford puts us in good stead against the competition. 'They are a manufacturer rich in motoring history that spans generations. From Jim Clark to Ayrton Senna and Michael Schumacher, the lineage speaks for itself. For us as Red Bull Powertrains to open the next chapter of that dynasty, as Red Bull Ford, is tremendously exciting. 2026 is still a while away but for us the work already starts as we look to a new future and a continued evolution of Oracle Red Bull Racing.”
Footballer Alexia Putellas named Mango brand ambassador
Women football’s superstar and two-time Ballon d'Or winner Alexia Putellas has been roped in by the Spanish clothing design and manufacturing company, Mango. To develop social welfare projects to promote education for children and create a positive impact on society, Mango has forged ties with the Spanish footballer, named her their newest brand ambassador. Commenting on their association with the Barcelona Femení captain, Toni Ruiz, CEO of Mango, said: “Alexia is exemplary and has broken the mold on and off the field: a role model for younger generations for having managed to give visibility to women's sports and for promoting equal opportunities for men and women.” “She stands out for her leadership skills and teamwork, two values that are very relevant to our company. We are very proud to have Alexia as part of our team so that together we can contribute to driving positive change,” he concluded. Mango, itself, is no stranger to collaborations with football stars. In 2014, Mango named the legendary French ex-footballer Zinedine Zidane as its brand ambassador for its men's division. Similarly, in March last year, the brand appointed Frenchman Antoine Griezmann to star in the campaign for its Spring/Summer 2022 collection.
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Hyderabad E-Prix gets two new partners
Indian telecommunications firm Reliance Jio and Red FM Telugu have been roped in as two of the latest partners of the upcoming Greenko Hyderabad E-Prix. Reliance Jio will be joining as an Official Race Partner while Red FM Telugu will serve as the Exclusive Radio Partner of the Hyderabad E-Prix. The Hyderabad E-Prix will be the first-ever Formula E race to be held in India and will be held at the Hyderabad Street Circuit in the Indian city of Hyderabad, Telangana. The race will be held on February 11, 2023 and will have energy transition and decarbonization brand Greenko serving as the Title Sponsor of the race. The race has been renamed as the Greenko Hyderabad E-Prix. The 2023 Formula E season got underway on January 14 with the Mexican E-Prix which Avalanche Andretti's Jake Dennis won. The second and third rounds were held in Saudi Arabia, at the Diriyah E-Prix which TAG Heuer Porsche's Pascal Wehrlein won both races. The Hyderabad race will be the fourth round of the 16-race season.
EA to shut down Apex Legends Mobile
Global video game firm Electronic Arts (EA) have announced that they will be shutting down their mobile game Apex Legends Mobile in May 2023. Apex Legends Mobile will close on May 1, 2023, 4pm PST but EA did not specify a date for Battlefield Mobile. although they stated that they will be shutting down development. EA also announced that the studio behind Battlefield Mobile, Industrial Toys, will also be shut down. Apex Legends Mobile had made its debut in 2022, bringing developer Respawn Entertainment's Apex Legends to the smaller device for the audiences. The game had also won the Apple Game of the Year 2022 and the Google Play Game of the Year 2022 as well. With both Apex Legends Mobile and Battlefield Mobile shutting down, studios such as Tencent and Lightspeed, who were working on Apex Legends Mobile will also be affected. EA also announced that as 'per the terms of the EA User Agreement', they would not be providing any refunds for real money purchases made by players. Global video game firm Electronic Arts (EA) have announced that they will be shutting down their mobile game Apex Legends Mobile in May 2023. Apex Legends Mobile will close on May 1, 2023, 4pm PST but EA did not specify a date for Battlefield Mobile. although they stated that they will be shutting down development. EA also announced that the studio behind Battlefield Mobile, Industrial Toys, will also be shut down. Apex Legends Mobile had made its debut in 2022, bringing developer Respawn Entertainment's Apex Legends to the smaller device for the audiences. The game had also won the Apple Game of the Year 2022 and the Google Play Game of the Year 2022 as well. With both Apex Legends Mobile and Battlefield Mobile shutting down, studios such as Tencent and Lightspeed, who were working on Apex Legends Mobile will also be affected. EA also announced that as 'per the terms of the EA User Agreement', they would not be providing any refunds for real money purchases made by players.
Saudi Esports Federation and Mastercard team up with Saudi National Bank
The Saudi Esports Federation (SEF) and Mastercard have announced a new strategic partnership with the Saudi National Bank (SNB). The partnership is aimed at growing Saudi Arabia's digital transformation and enhancing their gaming and esports infrastructure. SNB will work with SEF and Mastercard to work on new opportunities and build 'innovative financial products and offerings’ that create an added value and enhance the gamers' experience. The partnership builds on Mastercard's current deal with the SEF as they work towards promoting Saudi Arabia's gaming industry. SEF, Mastercard and SNB will also develop and unlock new experiences which will be powered by Web3 technology and will provide the gamers a chance to access exclusive benefits and unique experiences across the physical and digital world. Saud Abdulaziz Bajbair, Head of Retail Business Group at SNB, commented, "This partnership confirms the importance of the private sector’s role in supporting the overall development movement in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia under Vision 2030. This agreement is an important step in the dissemination of new digital technologies that will contribute to making the Kingdom a leading hub for gaming and e-sports.”
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