Tennis Icon Rafael Nadal Joins Infosys as Brand Ambassador
- ByStartupStory | August 24, 2023
Infosys, the prominent Indian IT company, has announced that tennis icon Rafael Nadal will serve as its global brand ambassador through a three-year partnership. Infosys CEO & Managing Director Salil Parekh welcomed Nadal, stating, “It is an honor to welcome Rafa – one of the world’s most respected champion athletes and humanitarians – as an ambassador for Infosys. He is someone who personifies the spirit of always evolving, never giving up, utmost dedication and determination to give the very best in every situation.”
With a profound legacy in sports and an ability to adapt to the evolving landscape of tennis, Rafael Nadal is considered a true legend. Nadal himself expressed his excitement about the partnership, saying, “Hello everyone. Very excited to join Team @Infosys as their global brand ambassador. Infosys has brought its digital expertise to the global tennis ecosystem and love impact that Infosys is making to communities beyond the court. I am looking forward to this partnership to do something beautiful together. #RafaXInfosys #NavigateYourNext #ChampionsEvolve.”
Infosys, recognized as the digital innovation partner for major tennis events including the ATP Tour, Roland-Garros, Australian Open, and The International Tennis Hall of Fame, has significantly transformed the tennis experience for a worldwide audience using AI, cloud technology, data analytics, and digital experiences.
The company’s collaboration with Nadal extends further as it works alongside his coaching team to develop an AI-powered match analysis tool. This tool will offer real-time insights from Nadal’s live matches and historical data to enhance performance.
Amidst the partnership announcement, it has also been reported that Infosys’ employees will receive 80% of their variable pay for the June 2023 quarter, higher than the 60% average variable pay received in the April 2023 quarter and 70% in the June 2022 quarter.
The association with Nadal, who has exhibited a remarkable ability to evolve and excel in his field, resonates with Infosys’ commitment to innovation and progress in the digital age.
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