Evert Leaves IMG and Signs Contract with Lagardere

Chris Evert has signed a multi-year representation agreement with global-based Lagardère Unlimited, the sport and entertainment company, for exclusive worldwide representation, sponsorship, licensing and speaking opportunities. Evert won 18 majors, was ranked No.1 in the world for seven consecutive years, and she still holds the record for the highest winning percentage of any player, male or female - an astonishing 92.4%.

"I’ve watched Lagardère Unlimited emerge as the leading sports and entertainment agency over the past couple of years. When Arnaud Lagardère, himself, took an interest in my brand, it impressed me greatly," said Evert.

Among its businesses, Lagardère Unlimited represents some of the world’s best athletes in Sports and Entertainment, including basketball, cricket, mixed martial arts, fencing, football, swimming, motorsports, track and field and rugby, as well as tennis. Among the athletes that the company represents are Andy Roddick, Gael Monfils and Justine Henin,  Magic Johnson, John Wall, Floyd Mayweather Jr., Dwight Howard, Randy Moss, Sachin Tendulkar and Joakim Noah.