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Toronto, ON, May 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — “See you downtown.” That’s the message from the Toronto Downtown West BIA (TDWBIA), which is launching its spring and summer lineup of free events as the city gears up for one of its busiest and most exciting summers in years, with thousands of visitors expected to move through the downtown core each day. Under the banner “See You Downtown,” the season features programming across music, movies, wellness and community, running June through September. From pre-game meetups to late-night patios, the district will be a natural gathering place for people moving between sports,…

Seventy four per cent of Canadian pet parents plan to watch sports events alongside their pets this summer, with 71% modifying plans to prioritize their pets’ well-being Messi, FIFA, Neymar, and Kane are among Rover’s latest top trending soccer-inspired pet names SEATTLE, May 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Rover Group, Inc., the world’s largest online marketplace for pet care, today released new data that reveals how pets are being factored into sports events and celebrations as highly anticipated summer soccer matches kick off. Rover also shares new data on the latest pet naming trends, including which soccer stars and terms…

Sixty-nine percent of pet parents plan to watch the soccer tournament this summer alongside their pets, with 70% modifying plans to prioritize their pets’ well-being Ronaldo, Pele, and Salah are among the trending soccer-related pet names this year SEATTLE, May 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Rover Group, Inc., the world’s largest online marketplace for pet care, today released new data that reveals how pets are being factored into sports events and celebrations as highly anticipated summer soccer matches kick off. Rover also shares new data on the latest pet naming trends, including which soccer stars and terms are influencing naming…

BRAMPTON, Ontario, May 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — President’s Choice is making a bold game-time move this summer with the launch of PC® House™, Soccer’s Ultimate Party, as part of its PC® Summer Insiders Report™. A destination redefining match day for soccer fans in Toronto and Vancouver, PC® House™ gives fans a place to lock in their spot and be part of the action, with crave-worthy eats, PC® favourites, and interactive entertainment coming together in one place. “We know that in great cities like Toronto and Vancouver, soccer fans are always looking for the best place to truly soak in…

MILAN, May 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Portuguese rider Afonso Eulalio of Bahrain Victorious retained the Conad white jersey following Stage 15 of the Giro d’Italia, a 157-kilometre route from Voghera to Milan. “It’s always nice to retain the jersey, but today didn’t feel that good. I thought it was going to be a fairly easy day, but it actually turned out to be super tough,” the Portuguese rider told LaPresse after the stage. It was a celebratory day in Milan, which also hosted the fifth stage of “Il Grande Giro Conad”, the initiative organised by one of the Giro’s…

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…