ASICS partners with Rohan Bopanna TA to strengthen India’s tennis ecosystem

ASICS, the global Japanese sportswear brand, on Thursday announced its partnership with Rohan Bopanna Tennis Academy (RBTA), aimed at nurturing and developing tennis talent in India. The collaboration brings together ASICS’ global expertise in performance innovation and RBTA’s established training platform to create structured pathways for professional and aspiring athletes.

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The partnership brings a holistic approach to athlete development, integrating performance, wellbeing and progression inspired by the philosophy of sound mind, sound body. ASICS will work with RBTA to create meaningful athlete experiences through product access, education around performance technologies, tennis clinics, masterclasses, tournaments, and opportunities to engage with elite athletes from ASICS’ ecosystem. It will further support long-term athlete development through RBTA’s High-Performance and Junior Pro programmes, enabling access for promising players.

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”

Rohan Bopanna and Rajat Khurana

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.”

Over the past decade, RBTA has emerged as one of India’s leading tennis academies. The partnership with ASICS will further strengthen its ability to deliver a comprehensive training ecosystem, combining technical coaching with the latest advancements in performance gear and athlete education. The collaboration also reflects ASICS’ broader commitment to Indian sport through sustained investments across disciplines including running, cricket, and racquet sports, reinforcing its athlete-first philosophy and the core belief of sound mind, sound body in building stronger sporting communities and champions of tomorrow.

RBTA is a player development academy founded by Rohan Bopanna with a vision to create one of India’s most comprehensive tennis development environments. Operating from the Centre for Sports Excellence in Bengaluru, the academy combines world class coaching, sports science, fitness, recovery and competition support under one roof.

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Serving players from grassroots, underprivileged & to elite performance levels, RBTA focuses on developing complete athletes through a long-term approach that prioritises skill development, character, resilience and performance. The academy’s mission is to help nurture the next generation of Indian tennis players while creating a sustainable pathway from junior tennis to the professional game.

Anima Sana In Corpore Sano, meaning ‘A Sound Mind in a Sound Body’, is an old Latin phrase from which ASICS is derived and the fundamental platform on which the brand still stands. The company was founded in 1949, more than 70 years ago by Kihachiro Onitsuka and is now a leading designer and manufacturer of running shoes, as well as athletic and Sport Style-inspired footwear, apparel, and accessories.