Arctos Sports Partners Fund II Closes at Over $4.1bn, Solidifying Leadership in Sports Franchise Investments

Arctos, a premier private investment firm specializing in tailored growth and liquidity solutions for sports franchises, has successfully concluded the final close of Arctos Sports Partners Fund II (Fund II), amassing over $4.1 billion in commitments, which includes co-investment and affiliated vehicles.

The fund garnered robust support from a diverse array of global investors, comprising renowned pension funds, retirement systems, endowments, insurance companies, family offices, and global wealth platforms. This achievement elevates Arctos’ total sports-related Assets Under Management (AUM) to an impressive $7 billion.

In a press release, Arctos highlighted that Fund II, alongside its predecessor, Arctos Sports Partners Fund I, now constitutes the largest collective pool of institutional capital dedicated exclusively to investments in professional sports franchises, reaffirming the firm's pioneering position in this sector.