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National Post
5 days ago
- Business
- National Post
Hugh Jackman and Ryan Reynolds Take the Helm as Co-Owners of the 'Bonds Flying Roos', Australia's SailGP Team
Article content NEW YORK — Today Australia's three-time SailGP champions have unveiled a new identity as well as two new co-owners – Hugh Jackman and Ryan Reynolds – who join Driver and CEO Tom Slingsby in leading the freshly rebranded BONDS Flying Roos SailGP Team. That's right, under its new ownership BONDS underwear will now be keeping the 'down under' region of these aquatic Aussie athletes totally race-ready in its famously comfy undies. Article content New co-owners Hugh Jackman and Ryan Reynolds commented, '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.' Article content Founded in 2019 by Sir Russell Coutts and Larry Ellison, SailGP pits 12 national crews in identical 50-foot foiling catamarans, ripping past 100 km/h just metres from shore in the world's most iconic harbours. Led by Olympic gold medallist Slingsby, Australia has owned the leaderboard, three championships in four seasons, and now embarks on a new chapter aimed at super-charging fan engagement far beyond the dock. Article content Tom Slingsby, Driver, CEO & co-owner of the Bonds Flying Roos said,'This is 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.' Andy Thompson, SailGP Director 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.' The BONDS multi-year partnership marks the first time the Australian SailGP Team has had a Title Partner. As both Official Title Partner and Official Underwear Partner, BONDS brings more than a century of Aussie heritage – and signature comfort – to the BONDS Flying Roos. Article content 'BONDS is famous for its signature Aussie spirit and it's no secret that Aussies love sport, being on the water, and just a hint of danger. Enter SailGP, the next exciting chapter in our journey to take BONDS to the world,' Article content says Tanya Deans, President BONDS Australia. Article content 'We're thrilled to join forces with such an iconic duo and an adrenaline-fueled sport ready for its moment in the spotlight. And how do you say no to Hugh Jackman? He's Australian royalty! As we set sail on this new adventure, the BONDS Flying Roos have one less thing to worry about – we've got their backs (and bums) covered,' Article content Deans added. Article content Teaming up with the Flying Roos marks a bold new chapter for BONDS as it rides a wave of global growth and cultural momentum. Hot on the heels of its U.S. launch with ambassador Robert Irwin, this move cements BONDS as a brand that blends performance with personality. From high-speed maneuvers to high-stretch waistbands, Aussie cool meets world-class competition, with cheeky, unstoppable energy and undeniable comfort at the core. Article content The BONDS Flying Roos SailGP Team will make their official debut under their new name and ownership at the Mubadala New York Sail Grand Prix from June 7-8. The Australian crew aims to defend their leading position on the leaderboard while striving for a memorable victory to celebrate their new co-owners and partners. Article content The most exciting racing on water, the Rolex SailGP Championship is a global championship with national teams battling it out in identical high-tech, high-speed 50-foot foiling catamarans at iconic venues around the world. Racing faster than the wind at speeds exceeding 100 km/h // 60mph, the Rolex SailGP Championship is driven by the sport's top athletes, with national pride, personal glory, and bonus prize money of US$12 million at stake. Powered by nature – wind, sea and sun – driven by purpose, SailGP races for a better future. Visit Article content Article content to find out more. Article content ABOUT BONDS // Article content Bonds has been keeping Aussie boobs, bums and bits covered and comfy for over 100 years. From lucky undies on the sports field, to a hundred summers in the humble Bonds Chesty tank – it's a lifetime of Aussies wearing Bonds, the common ground we all share. Bonds, made for down under. Visit Article content or Article content to find out more. Article content Article content Article content Article content Contacts Article content MEDIA CONTACTS Article content Article content ohogan@ Article content Article content Article content
The Drive
16-05-2025
- Automotive
- The Drive
This Honda S600 Turned Into a Dragster Looks Like a Hot Wheels Car
The latest car news, reviews, and features. If you're in the market for a classic to turn into a dragster, there's a good chance you'll end up with an American car in your driveway. After all, there's a huge amount of aftermarket support for enthusiasts who want to make, say, a Fox-body Ford Mustang go very fast in a straight line. But a Honda S600? That takes serious commitment and serious skills. And yet, there's a Hot Wheels-like S600 tearing up drag strips down under. The little coupe is the star of a YouTube channel called Rising Force, and it was recently showcased on Engine Swap Depot . Before you dive into the specs, it's the styling that stands out. There's a gigantic turbo poking right out of the hood, fat rear tires, and a parachute bolted to the rear end. I like that the factory headlights, grille, and bumpers are still on the car. This S600 clearly hasn't forgotten where it came from. There's not much that still carries a Honda parts number in the engine bay. Power comes from a turbocharged, 3.0-liter straight-six that's sourced from Toyota and reportedly tuned to make 1,380 horsepower. For context, the stock S600 (which was never officially sold in the United States) used a tiny, 606cc four-cylinder engine rated at 55 hp. The engine reaches the XL rear tires via a two-speed automatic transmission. Put another way, the Australian enthusiast who built this S600 multiplied the stock power output by 25, which is stunning. Running the six on methanol helps, and in one of the videos, someone tuning the car points out that the engine is running 42 psi. On a secondary level, the four-digit output also illustrates the tuning potential of Toyota's 2JZ engine, which famously powered the A80-gen Supra, among others. You can check out the S600 going flat-out in the video above, which is also a fascinating glimpse into the Australian drag-racing scene. What would Soichiro Honda think? Got tips? Send 'em to tips@
