Djokovic becomes a part-owner of Ligue 2 club
Tennis star Novak Djokovic has become a part-owner of French Ligue 2 club Le Mans FC with former Formula 1 drivers Felipe Massa and Kevin Magnussen also acquiring stakes, the newly-promoted club has announced.
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The investment is led by Brazilian group OutField, an international consortium co-founded by Pedro Olivera, and includes Georgios Frangulis, chief executive of global health-food brand OakBerry.
"Djokovic, the most successful player in history, whose mental strength and unique approach will bring considerable added value," a club statement read.
"Massa [15 seasons in Formula 1] and Magnussen [10 seasons], who will help create a bridge between football and motorsport – a distinctive strength of the Le Mans brand."
Le Mans begins its Ligue 2 campaign on 10 August (AEST), away at Guingamp.
