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LE MANS, FRANCE, AUG 1 – The investment group includes high-level athletes aiming to support Le Mans as it celebrates 40 years and begins its league campaign on August 9, the club said.
- Investors including Novak Djokovic, tennis star, purchased stakes in French Ligue 2 side Le Mans FC, the club said Friday.
- Ahead of its August 9, 2025, opener, the club said Le Mans FC celebrates its 40th anniversary with new investors including Brazilian group OutField and Georgios Frangulis.
- Massa achieved 11 wins and 41 podiums over 15 Formula 1 seasons, demonstrating his racing pedigree, the club said.
- Le Mans FC said, `Djokovic’s mental strength and unique approach would bring considerable added value`, with Thierry Gomez highlighting athlete contributions.
- Set in a city famed for motorsport, Le Mans FC will start its Ligue 2 campaign on August 9 against Guingamp.
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Tennis star Novak Djokovic will become a partner in the French football secondary league Le Mans FC! This was announced by the climber on Friday.With Felipe Massa and Kevin Magnussen, two former Formula 1 drivers also secured shares in the club.For Le Mans, the adventure Ligue 2 starts off against Guingamp on 9 August.
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