Australian SailGP Team obtainership by Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman
Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman Hoist the Sails: Aussie SailGP Team's New Hollywood Owners
Prepare for some thrilling action on the high seas as our beloved Deadpool and Wolverine are diving headfirst into a sailing adventure! The dynamic duo, actors Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman, have officially taken over the reins of the Australian SailGP team. This announcement came straight from the horse's mouth, er, stars, during their official statement on Thursday.
This coastal crusade won't be a one-man show. The new controlling owners will be sailing in tandem with team driver Tom Slingsby, who'll remain onboard as CEO, marking his continued commitment to the team. Unfortunately, the financial details aren't spilled just yet, but SailGP's Italy team recently sold for a cool $45 million, so just imagine the possibilities!
Reynolds' international sports portfolio isn't confined to the coast anymore. The Australian team acquisition adds a wave of excitement to an ever-growing list of sports ventures. With Wrexham AFC gearing up for the EFL Championship next season, Colombian club La Equidad, Mexican side Club Necaxa, and the Alpine F1 Team all looking to catch the marketing wave under Reynolds and his affiliates at Maximum Effort Investments, the Robert Redford of sporting diversification is clearly on a roll.
An avid sailing enthusiast, Jackman shared his excitement on the Australian sideswipe, confiding in reporters around the globe, "G'day, mate! This isn't capture the flag; it's sailing for the gold!" The actor's bond with Reynolds seems to have weathered the test of time since their X-Men Origins: Wolverine escapades back in 2007. Their box-office blockbuster, Deadpool & Wolverine, grossed an astounding $1.3 billion worldwide, proving that when it comes to superheroes, it's best to have two of a good thing.
SailGP was already stirring up a course set for success, founded in 2019 by champion yachtsman Russell Coutts and Oracle co-founder Larry Ellison. The Australian team has been a force to be reckoned with, having won the first three championships, though the reigning champ, Spain, is ready to give them a run for their money.
Soccer star Kylian Mbappé, actress Anne Hathaway, and NFL wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins are just a few of the celeb sailors making waves across the league. In a recent shake-up, DJ Khaled was appointed as the global championship's chief hype officer during American events, and he even took a seat on the United States SailGP team's board of directors. SailGP managing director Andy Thompson is bullish on the $100 million projected revenue for 2025, calling Reynolds and Jackman's debut a "landmark moment" for SailGP's global trajectory.
Get ready for some high-speed action sailing into your city! The next SailGP event is set to take place June 7 and 8 in New York, with the Statue of Liberty serving as the backdrop. With over 20 races planned for the future, the sailing scene is not just gaining momentum, but it's taking off like a rogue wave!
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People around the globe are buzzing with the news that European leagues such as the premier league might witness a major shift as actors Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman, known for their roles in sports-themed movies, are now the proud owners of an Australian SailGP team. With Reynolds' Maximum Effort Investments expanding its sports portfolio and Jackman expressing his excitement about sailing for the gold, the duo seems to be bringing their superhero synergy to the waters. Football fans might be next to witness the dynamic partnering, as rumors about their involvement in the premier league are gaining traction.
