Hugh Jackman and Ryan Reynolds Buy Australian SailGP Team
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Co-stars Hugh Jackman and Ryan Reynolds have bought Australia’s SailGP team.
It’s not an unusual collaboration from the long-time friends, having also been part of a group of investors to buy a €200 million share in French Formula 1 team Alpine in 2023.
The three-time championship winning team, team, now rebranded as the Bonds Flying Roos following a partnership with the iconic Australian underwear company, is led by Olympic gold medallist Tom Slingsby.
They’re part of a global 12-team sailing league where teams race 50-foot foiling catamarans over two days, reaching speeds over 100km/h.
Jackman and Reynolds released a statement about the venture on Thursday night, saying: “We’re incredibly excited to set sail together in this new adventure.”
“Hugh brings a deep love for and pride in his home country, as well as being an avid fan of sailing. He will also be bringing his overly clingy emotional support human along for the ride.
“Apologies in advance to Australia. No comment on whether we’re writing this in our BONDS. No further questions.”
Reynolds is also the owner of Welsh soccer club Wrexham ARC alongside It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia creator Rob McElhenney, with the pair helping the team to three successive promotions over the last four years.
Team excited for new prospects
Slingsby said the acquisition was “an incredible milestone for us and for our sport, having global icons Hugh Jackman and Ryan Reynolds come on board as co-owners of our team.”
“They bring unmatched star power, a love for storytelling, and a sharp sense of humour that fits perfectly with our team.
“With BONDS joining as our Title Partner and the launch of the BONDS Flying Roos, we’re building something distinctly Australian; a team driven by spirit, resilience, and national pride.”
SailGP director Andy Thompson said: “Today marks a landmark moment not just for the Australia SailGP Team, but for the trajectory of SailGP globally.
“We’re thrilled to officially welcome Hugh Jackman and Ryan Reynolds as co-owners of the newly-branded BONDS Flying Roos, bringing with them an extraordinary combination of global reach, vision, commercial nous and no doubt plenty of fun along the way too.”
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