Bank Of Baroda Onboards Rising Indian Tennis Sensation Sumit Nagal As Its Brand Endorser
A role model for today’s youth, Sumit will help the Bank connect with GenNext
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Bank of Baroda has officially announced a new partnership with rising Indian tennis star, Sumit Nagal, who will serve as the bank’s brand endorser. This strategic move aligns with Bank of Baroda’s commitment to supporting emerging Indian sports talents as they compete on the global stage.
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Sumit Nagal, at the age of 26, has recently achieved a career-high singles ranking of World No. 71 as of June 17, 2024, and has secured a spot in the Indian contingent for the upcoming Paris Olympics. His remarkable performance includes becoming the first Indian in 35 years to defeat a seeded player in a Grand Slam men’s singles match at the Australian Open in January 2024.
Sumit joins a distinguished group of Bank of Baroda endorsers, which includes badminton star PV Sindhu and cricketing sensation Shafali Verma. The bank plans to leverage Sumit’s endorsement to engage with a younger demographic and promote products designed for this segment.
Shri Debadatta Chand, Managing Director & CEO of Bank of Baroda, expressed excitement about the collaboration, highlighting the bank’s history of supporting promising sports talents. He emphasized that Sumit’s journey in tennis reflects the values of commitment, perseverance, passion, and authenticity, which resonate with the bank’s ethos.
Sumit Nagal, who began playing tennis at the age of eight and won the Wimbledon boys’ doubles title in 2015, expressed his honor and privilege in being associated with Bank of Baroda. He looks forward to the collaboration, acknowledging the bank’s role in empowering dreams and ambitions.
With his recent achievements, including qualifying for the main draw of the Monte Carlo Masters and winning an ATP Challenger singles title in Europe, Sumit Nagal is set to inspire a new generation of tennis players and sports enthusiasts in India.