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Novak Djokovic joins F1 stars in becoming part-owners of Ligue 2 club Le Mans

Novak Djokovic in action at Wimbledon last month
Novak Djokovic in action at Wimbledon last monthReuters / Stephanie Lecocq

Tennis great 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 announced on Friday.

The investment is led by Brazilian group OutField, an international consortium co-founded by Pedro Olivera, and includes Georgios Frangulis, CEO of global health-food brand OakBerry.

"Djokovic, the most successful player in history, whose mental strength and unique approach will bring considerable added value," the club said in a statement.

"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 begin their Ligue 2 campaign on August 9, away at Guingamp.

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