Former World Sailing chief to lead new safety group

Former World Sailing chief executive Andy Hunt (above) is to lead a a new organization launched by Ron Dennis, the ex-chairman of the McLaren Formula One team, which claims it will aim “to create a safer world of sport”. Podium Analytics will work to develop “innovative solutions” to “significantly reduce or prevent the incidence and long-term impact of injury in sport”. It will have its headquarters in London with Hunt overseeing its launch and growth. Full report.