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Anta's Young Heir Joins Amer Sports Board
Anta's 31-year-old heir Ding Shaoxiang joins Amer Sports board as Greater China becomes company's largest market.
In brief
Anta's 31-year-old heir Ding Shaoxiang joins Amer Sports board as Greater China becomes company's largest market. Anta's son Ding Shaoxiang joins Amer Sports board as Greater China surpasses Americas and Europe to become Amer Sports' largest market for the first time. Originally reported by BigGo Finance.
Ding Shaoxiang joins Amer Sports board
Anta's 31-year-old heir Ding Shaoxiang has been appointed to Amer Sports board of directors effective immediately.
Greater China becomes Amer Sports' largest market
Greater China revenue reached $556 million in Q2 2026, up 35.5% year-over-year, surpassing Americas and Europe for the first time.
Ding Shaoxiang leads Descente China
Ding Shaoxiang, 31, oversees Descente China's retail sales exceeding 10 billion yuan (approximately $1.5 billion) in 2025.
MAIA ACTIVE under Ding Shaoxiang
Ding Shaoxiang now manages MAIA ACTIVE, a high-end women's sports brand acquired by Anta three years ago.
Anta's board influence grows
Anta holds 37.63% effective stake in Amer Sports with dual-class shares giving greater voting power.
Amer Sports board reshuffle
Anta Group Vice President Lin Wei joins Amer Sports compensation committee alongside Ding Shaoxiang.
Greater China revenue surge
Greater China revenue surged 35.5% year-over-year to $556 million in Q2 2026, becoming Amer Sports' largest market.
Anta's strategic move
Anta's board appointments aim to groom second generation leadership while strengthening governance influence in Amer Sports.
What's next for Amer Sports
Investors will watch whether board changes lead to management adjustments in the medium term.
The key point
Anta's son Ding Shaoxiang joins Amer Sports board as Greater China surpasses Americas and Europe to become Amer Sports' largest market for the first time.
