BBG NEWS

BMW South Africa and BMW Motorrad South Africa have teamed up for a special release: a very limited collection of matching cars and motorcycles. The collection includes the BMW M2 Coupé RR Edition, along with corresponding versions of the S 1000 RR and M 1000 RR superbikes. Available only in South Africa, just 10 of each model will be produced, making them highly desirable for collectors. This release highlights the shared performance heritage between BMW’s car and motorcycle racing teams.

McLaren, the renowned British car manufacturer, is now entering the world of golf. They’ve launched McLaren Golf, a new line of sports equipment, and partnered with professional golfer Justin Rose – a former world number one and US Open winner – as both a brand ambassador and investor. McLaren plans to use its engineering expertise to shake up the golf club market. Rose will first showcase his new McLaren clubs, including a distinctive papaya-colored golf bag that reflects the brand’s racing heritage, at the Cadillac Championship in Miami.

Cooper Flagg of the Dallas Mavericks has been named the NBA’s Rookie of the Year for the 2025-2026 season, capping off an impressive first year in the league. The 19-year-old just edged out his former college teammate, Kon Knueppel of the Charlotte Hornets, in one of the closest Rookie of the Year races in over 20 years – the final vote count was only 26 points apart. Flagg lived up to the high expectations placed on him as the number one draft pick, and his performance throughout a challenging season earned him a place among the NBA’s best.

Seoul-based fashion store TUNE and Nike are collaborating on a new version of the classic Air Force 1. Called the TUNE x Nike Air Force 1 CVS “Wardrobe Unlocked,” this shoe updates the 1990s design with innovative materials.

Fendi, the renowned Italian fashion brand, has confirmed its Couture Fall/Winter 2026-2027 show will be held in Rome.

The Pokémon Company is expanding its range of products beyond toys and collectibles, now offering unique home goods. Their latest release is a custom-designed Quagsire Mini Table, available through the Pokémon Center Online. This shows the company is increasingly interested in creating fun and practical home decor featuring its beloved Pokémon characters.

The new Star Wars and Crocs collection is inspired by the armor worn in The Mandalorian and celebrates the popular franchise. Coming out before the The Mandalorian & Grogu movie, the collection features three different versions of Crocs’ classic slip-on shoe.

Sotheby’s recent luxury watch auction in Hong Kong was a huge success, bringing in a record-breaking $414.2 million HKD (around $52.9 million USD). A major factor in this achievement was a remarkable collection of vintage Cartier watches – the largest and most complete ever offered at auction.