Trends of the Week: March 7, 2025
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??? Marc Márquez Starts MotoGP Season Hot
Marc Márquez is back with a vengeance. The eight-time world champion dominated the opening round of the 2025 MotoGP season, securing pole position, a Sprint victory, and a Grand Prix win in unstoppable fashion. If this performance is any indication, Márquez isn’t just here to compete this season—he’s here to run the show. The MotoGP star has over 17.8 million followers across social media, bringing notable exposure to Ducati Lenovo Team sponsors.
??♀? Liga F Celebrates Women’s History Month
Liga F is celebrating Women’s History Month in style. To honor the trailblazers of women’s football, the league released a special video showcasing the passion, resilience, and achievements of women in soccer—past, present, and future. From historic moments to game-changing stars, this tribute is a powerful reminder that women’s football is here to inspire, lead, and thrive in the world of sports.
??? Blinkfire’s 2024 Formula 1 Report
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Pennymac Joins Team USA & LA28 as Exclusive Mortgage Supporter. Pennymac is making its first big move into sports sponsorship, teaming up with Team USA and the LA28 Olympics in a strategic shift toward long-term brand growth. As the exclusive official mortgage supporter, the company plans to spotlight athlete homeownership stories while providing financial tools and resources.
Snapchat is now fully integrated into Blinkfire, giving teams, leagues, brands, and creators the power to track Stories, Spotlights, audience demographics, and key engagement metrics—all in one place. With deep insights into followers, views, shares, and even post-level demographics, you can finally measure and maximize Snapchat.
?? Insight to Share: Academy Awards On Social Media
Lights, camera, viral moments! The Oscars didn’t just steal the show on stage—they took over social media too. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences cranked up the content game, posting 166% more across platforms and scoring a 45% boost in media value compared to last year. From laugh-out-loud moments to dazzling red carpet looks, one thing is clear—fans can’t get enough of exclusive, behind-the-scenes Oscars magic.