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LAS VEGAS, May 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Meridian Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: MRDN) (“Meridian” or the “Company”), a global operator and technology provider in online sports betting and gaming markets, today announced that Dejan Petković, the Serbian-born former football (soccer) player and current television analyst universally regarded as one of the most beloved foreign players in Brazilian football history, has signed an agreement to become the Global Brand Ambassador of the Company. As part of the partnership, Petković will launch Pet TV — a multimedia content platform focused on sport, culture, and entertainment — with Meridian Holdings’ largest subsidiary and…

WAUCHULA, Fla., May 22, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — In an era where data science and artificial intelligence have transformed the landscape of sports analytics, one name stands unambiguously above all others: Dr. Bob Akmens and his team at BASports.com. In what industry observers are calling an unprecedented achievement in the history of professional sports handicapping, Dr. Akmens and BASports.com have simultaneously won or currently lead 9 Las Vegas Winning Cappers handicapping contests across every current major American betting sport — while being independently recognized as The Greatest Of All Time (GOAT) Sports Handicapper by all the top AI platforms, including Anthropic’s…

CALGARY, Alberta, May 22, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The FIM World Supercross Championship tickets will go on sale today at 10:00 am MST for the opening round of the 2026 season, taking place at McMahon Stadium in Calgary on Saturday August 8, 2026. The Calgary round marks the championship’s first visit to the city and continues its presence in Canada for a third consecutive year. Riders will compete for the first championship points of the year and overall GP honours in both SX1 and SX2. McMahon Stadium, a regular host of major sporting events in Calgary, will stage a purpose-built…

New York, May 22, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Optimove Insights today released its 2026 US World Cup Betting Intentions Report, finding that 65% of US bettors plan to keep betting after their national team is eliminated from the tournament, with another 17% planning to continue at reduced frequency. Only 3% say they will stop entirely. Optimove Insights is the analytical and research arm of Optimove, the creator of Positionless Marketing and the #1 Player Engagement Solution for iGaming and sports betting operators.  The findings are significant for sportsbook operators planning their retention strategy around the home team’s tournament arc. Two out…

Fort Worth, TX, May 22, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Newly opened Five Iron Golf Fort Worth is celebrating its first month in the Near Southside with tournament-week experiences, watch parties, and special offers tied to the Charles Schwab Challenge at nearby Colonial Country Club, welcoming golf fans, visitors, and local residents during one of the biggest weeks in Texas golf. The opening marks Five Iron Golf’s first Texas location as the rapidly expanding indoor golf and entertainment brand continues growing across major markets throughout the U.S. and internationally. Following its ceremonial first swing and ribbon-cutting celebration earlier this month alongside…

LJUBLJANA, Slovenia, May 22, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — With fewer than 140 days to go, Slovenia is gearing up to stage the 2026 UEC Road European Championships — the most significant cycling event ever held in the country. From 2 to 7 October 2026, 800 female and male cyclists from more than 50 countries will compete in 14 races. Over five days, the Championships will host junior and elite road races and time trials. The European titles will be decided on routes from Ljubljana through Šenčur, Medvode, Kranj, Preddvor, Škofja Loka, Vodice, Komenda, Mengeš, Domžale, Kamnik and Cerklje na Gorenjskem.…

St. Paul Minnesota, May 21, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The St. Paul Phantom: The Gibbons Brothers’ Fight for Glory, Volume I is a forthcoming, sweeping work of historical narrative nonfiction that resurrects the astonishing true story of boxing legends Mike and Tommy Gibbons — two Irish-American brothers who rose from the poorest neighborhoods of St. Paul to become icons of the early twentieth century. Arriving Summer 2026 (hardcover, paperback, eBook, audiobook), just as America celebrates its 250th anniversary, The St. Paul Phantom explores immigration, celebrity culture, class struggle, race, masculinity, the birth of modern sportswriting, war, pandemic, faith, and the American Dream through the lens of boxing’s first…

From the fields to Formula One, Krown’s Canadian-grown produce takes centre stage at home race Link to Media Kit SASKATOON, Saskatchewan, May 21, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Krown Produce announced today an exciting enhancement to its partnership with Lance Stroll, featuring a special edition helmet design for the Aston Martin Aramco Formula One™ Team driver at his hometown race in Montreal. This collaboration celebrates Canadian pride, passion and performance on the sport’s biggest stage. As Montreal native Lance Stroll competes in front of home crowds, the custom design also reflects a shared journey from local roots to global recognition. “The…

TORONTO, May 21, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — As Canadians prepare to cheer on Canada Soccer’s Men’s National Team this summer, Haleon, the consumer company focused on delivering better everyday health, is looking beyond the highlight reel to spotlight everyday support with its national creative platform, For The Assist. Through this platform, Haleon celebrates the small, often-overlooked moments that make every big achievement possible. Rooted in Haleon Canada’s multi-year partnership with Canada Soccer, For The Assist connects daily health support to performance at all levels, from home routines to the soccer pitch. The platform leverages Canadian soccer athletes across campaign touchpoints, including…

Over 2,500 free tickets across 64 matches in every single U.S. host city drop June 1, 2026, only for Verizon customers Hundreds of extra lucky winners will score “Golden Tickets” to watch a part of the game pitchside What you need to know: In the final countdown to the tournament, Verizon announced its biggest ticket drop ever for the FIFA World Cup 2026™ on June 1 at 3:00 PM ET / 2:00 PM CT / 12:00 PM PT, exclusively through Verizon Access. Extra lucky winners will score “Golden Tickets” to watch a portion from the game pitchside. All ticket drops…