Home Sports News Other Sports ASICS backs grassroots tennis through Rohan Bopanna Tennis Academy alliance The collaboration also reflects ASICS' broader devotion to Indian sport, which includes sustained investments in disciplines such as running, cricket, and racquet sports. By Gauresh Mahadik June 25, 2026 WhatsApp Linkedin Facebook X Telegram ASICS backs grassroots tennis through Rohan Bopanna Tennis Academy alliance ASICS , the worldwide Japanese sportswear brand, today established a collaboration with Rohan Bopanna Tennis Academy (RBTA) to nurture and develop tennis talent in India. The relationship combines ASICS’ global experience in performance innovation with the RBTA’s proven training infrastructure to develop organised routes for professional and aspiring athletes. ASICS and RBTA will collaborate to deliver compelling athlete experiences by means of product access, education on performance technologies, tennis clinics, masterclasses, tournaments, and opportunities to connect with top athletes from ASICS’ ecosystem. The collaboration takes a comprehensive approach to athlete development, integrating performance, wellbeing, and progression, and is driven by the philosophy of ‘Sound Mind, Sound Body’. It will also assist long-term athlete development through the RBTA’s High-Performance and Jr. Pro programs, providing opportunities for promising athletes. Rajat Khurana, Managing Director, ASICS India & South Asia, said, “Tennis is one of the fastest growing categories within our Core Performance Sports segment and in India, we are seeing a clear rise in participation and aspiration around the sport. With our collaboration with RBTA, we are transforming a long-standing partnership into an opportunity to support talent at the grassroots. Guided by our philosophy of ‘Sound Mind, Sound Body’, we aim to strengthen the tennis ecosystem by providing young players with access to world-class performance products, education, mentorship, and opportunities that help them realise their full potential. Together, we hope to contribute meaningfully to the future of Indian tennis and inspire the next generation of champions.” Rohan Bopanna, Founder and Mentor, Rohan Bopanna Tennis Academy (RBTA), said, “I have been associated with ASICS for many years & this partnership feels like a natural extension of a relationship built on shared values. Throughout my career, I’ve learned that long-term success comes from a combination of the right mindset, physical preparation and a strong support system. At RBTA, our goal is to create an environment where young players can develop not only their tennis, but also the habits, resilience and professionalism required to succeed at the highest level. ASICS brings global expertise, innovation and a philosophy that aligns closely with our approach to athlete development. Together, we hope to provide aspiring players with greater access to the tools, knowledge and support they need to realise their potential and help shape the future of Indian tennis.” In the last decade, RBTA has established itself as one of India’s finest tennis academies. The collaboration with ASICS will enhance its capacity to provide a full training ecosystem that combines technical coaching with the most recent innovations in performance gear and athlete education. The collaboration also reflects ASICS’ broader devotion to Indian sport, which includes sustained investments in disciplines such as running, cricket, and racquet sports, reinforcing the company’s athlete-first philosophy and the core belief of ‘Sound Mind, Sound Body’ in developing stronger sporting communities and future champions. Tags ASICS Rohan Bopanna Tennis Academy Related Articles Assetz Property Group backs next generation of Indian tennis through RBTA partnership ASICS onboards Shivam Dube and Varun Chakaravarthy for ‘Move your body, move your mind’ campaign Boom-Boom Bumrah Turns 32: A look at the star pacer’s growing brand empire Dubai Marathon lands ASICS in major apparel and footwear agreement Happy Birthday Jasprit Bumrah: A look at the Yorker King’s endorsements, net worth and charity ASICS and Novak Djokovic partner to nurture global youth tennis Load more Latest Articles Media Rights Cavaliers shift to DAZN in major overhaul of local media strategy Sponsorship US Open creates new commercial category with Kalshi prediction market deal Sponsorship Jetour links global growth strategy with FIBA’s 2027 World Cup Sponsorship BMO banks on Lakers partnership to accelerate Southern California growth Football Ligue 1 strengthens India strategy with JioStar broadcast partnership Load more
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