Infosys Welcomes Tennis World No.1 Iga Swiatek as Global Brand Ambassador to Promote Infosys' Digital Innovation and Inspire Women Around the World

26 August 2023

Infosys , a global leader in cutting-edge digital services and consulting, has unveiled a multi-year partnership with women's tennis World No.1, Iga Swiatek. With a remarkable four Grand Slam titles already under her belt, the 22-year-old has established herself as one of the most dominant forces in women's tennis. Her reign as World No. 1 for an unprecedented 70 consecutive weeks showcases her resilience and consistent growth in the face of challenges. Her journey serves as an inspirational model for both businesses and individuals navigating their own paths of progress.

Having played a pivotal role in reshaping the tennis landscape for over eight years, Infosys stands as the digital innovation partner for prominent entities like the ATP Tour, Roland-Garros, Australian Open, and The International Tennis Hall of Fame. Leveraging advanced digital technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), cloud computing, and data analytics, Infosys has revolutionized the tennis experience.

In this new partnership, Infosys will collaborate closely with Swiatek and her team to develop an advanced data analytics and video dashboard, empowered by AI. This innovative tool will enhance her training and accelerate the evolution of her strengths and match strategies through continuous learning. This resonates with the approach taken by many of Infosys' clients, who harness technological advancements like AI, machine learning, and cloud solutions to propel their growth and transformation. Additionally, Infosys and Swiatek will join forces to create initiatives that inspire and empower young women worldwide. This includes the development and promotion of programs designed to assist women from underserved communities in building careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).

Expressing her enthusiasm for the collaboration, Iga Swiatek stated, "I am thrilled to partner with Infosys, an organization that uses its technological expertise to revolutionize the tennis experience for countless individuals. Despite the apparent differences between tennis and technology, they share many commonalities  strategic thinking, adaptability, continuous learning, and the capacity to evolve and adjust. I am also deeply moved by Infosys' endeavors beyond the court to create more opportunities that empower people, businesses, and communities to thrive in an increasingly digital world. Our joint aim with Infosys is to motivate people, especially young women, to equip themselves with robust digital skills and knowledge, essential for thriving in a world that demands technological prowess."

Salil Parekh, Chief Executive Officer & Managing Director of Infosys, expressed his excitement about the partnership, "We are delighted to welcome Iga Swiatek as the new brand ambassador for Infosys  a Polish icon who has overcome significant challenges to become the world's top tennis player. Her journey of continuous evolution mirrors the digital transformation that many of our clients undertake in collaboration with us, aiming to become industry leaders. Iga serves as a true inspiration for women achievers, and together, Infosys and Iga are determined to inspire young individuals, particularly women, to venture into STEM careers that are crucial for our future. We extend our best wishes to Iga for her future endeavors."

 

Source: prnewswire.com