1440Sports is proud to announce two major developments that strengthen our leadership across the global motorsport ecosystem.
Ricky Paugh, our Founder & CEO at 1440Sports, has been appointed Strategic Advisor to the F.A.T Karting League (FKL) Board. In this role, Ricky will help guide the League’s commercial growth, partnerships, and activation strategy – connecting grassroots karting with elite motorsport and expanding opportunities for emerging talent.
“Karting is the foundation of motorsport and a vital pathway for the next generation of drivers, engineers, and innovators. I’m honoured to advise the F.A.T Karting League Board and support its mission to build opportunities that inspire and connect new talent to the global motorsport stage,” said Ricky Paugh.
Rob Smedley joins the 1440Sports Advisory Committee.
A celebrated Formula 1 engineer and leader, Rob brings over 25 years of technical and operational experience from Ferrari, Williams, and Formula One Management. His insight into engineering, data systems, and performance culture will be invaluable as 1440Sports continues to innovate in partnership activation and talent development.
Together, these appointments reinforce 1440Sports’ commitment to driving innovation and opportunity – from grassroots karting through to Formula 1, Formula E, and IndyCar.

About 1440Sports
1440Sports is a specialist in sports partnerships, connecting world-class brands with world-class opportunities. We are trusted by global organisations to create, negotiate, and deliver deals that go beyond sponsorship – building relationships that drive real business outcomes.


