August 1, 2017
Willkie represents Sports Information Group, LLC (SIG), a multi-media information company serving the sports industry through its flagship Daily Racing Form platform and other brands, in its acquisition by affiliates of Z Capital Partners, L.L.C.
On July 25, it was announced that Willkie client Sports Information Group, LLC (SIG), a multi-media information company serving the sports industry, was acquired by affiliates of Z Capital Partners, L.L.C. SIG provides premium data driven content to the sports industry through its flagship Daily Racing Form platform and other brands. Z Capital Partners is the private equity management arm of Z Capital Group, L.L.C., a leading global alternative investment manager focused on private equity and credit funds.
Daily Racing Form has been the dominant daily publication in the horse racing industry since 1894 and is considered the go-to resource for the thoroughbred racing industry. Daily Racing Form publishes up to 2,000 unique pages of statistical and editorial copy every day, in as many as 20 daily editions. Its companion website is the most heavily-trafficked horse racing destination, providing extensive news coverage, race results and exclusive handicapping tools.
The deal was led by partner Mark Cognetti and associate Laura Acker.
