Brands That Sponsor Jamie Murray

Jamie Murray is not as popular as his younger brother, Andy Murray. But Jamie Murray is an accomplished doubles specialist in his own right. 

He has won two doubles grand slam, both partnering with Brazilian player Bruno Soares. He has also had incredible success in mixed doubles, winning five grand slams in that category.

Jamie Murray’s Sponsors

PlayBrave

Murry is a global brand ambassador for independent clothing brand PlayBrave. PlayBrave is a privately owned British company.

Dunlop

Murray has a racquet sponsorship deal with Dunlop. He currently uses the Dunlop CX 200 racquet.

Peugeot

Murray’s partnership with Peugeot started in 2015 and was renewed in 2018. Peugeot has a long history with tennis going back to the 1970s.

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Maria Sharapova Engaged To Alexander Gilkes

Maria Sharapova announced on IG that she is engaged to her boyfriend Alexander Gilkes. Gilkes has royal connections – he attended Eton College with Prince William and remains friends with him. His brother, Charlie, once dated Pippa Middleton, sister of Duchess Catherine.

Gilkes was the founder of the auction house Paddle8 which specializes in art and collectibles. He sold the company in 2018 to The Native. In 2020, he founded Squared Circles with Lukas Derksen. The company invests in sustainable businesses that promise a better future. 

Gilkes was previously married to fashion designer Misha Nonoo but the couple divorced in 2017.

Sharapova retired in 2020 after struggling with injury. She won five grand slam singles titles in her career. Since her retirement, Sharapova has been an entrepreneur and investor. 

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