Rising wrestler Antim Panghal joins ASICS athlete squad

Indian wrestling prodigy Antim Panghal has signed a contract with global sportswear giant ASICS, becoming the latest addition to the brand’s elite group of athletes.

This partnership underscores the sportswear company’s commitment to nurturing and supporting India’s emerging sporting talent.

Panghal will be kitted out in the latest ASICS footwear and apparel, which have been specially designed to optimise her performance as she trains for the upcoming Paris 2024 Olympic Games.

Responding to the signing, Rajat Khurana, Managing Director of ASICS India and South Asia, said, “We warmly welcome Antim Panghal to the ASICS family. Her remarkable achievements and tireless pursuit of excellence embody the ASICS brand philosophy perfectly. We are committed to supporting her journey and helping her reach new heights. We also wish her the best for the upcoming Olympic Games in Paris 2024, where we are confident she will make us all proud.”

Antim-Panghal shared her enthusiasm about the collaboration and said: “Joining the ASICS family is an honor for me. Their philosophy of ‘Sound Mind, Sound Body’ aligns perfectly with my approach to training and competition. I am excited about this partnership and look forward to achieving new milestones with the support of ASICS’ cutting-edge footwear and apparel. ASICS is now a premium household brand in India, so I look forward to achieving more milestones with ASICS.”

This alliance strengthens ASICS’ commitment to supporting athletes who are shaping the future of Indian sports.

ASICS, a leading global company founded in Kobe, Japan, is known for its high-quality athletic footwear and apparel. The name itself is derived from the Latin phrase “anima sana in corpore sano,” which translates to “a healthy mind in a healthy body.” The brand is best known for its running shoes, but its product line extends to a wide range of sportswear and equipment. With a focus on innovation and empowering athletes to reach their full potential, the sportswear company has become a global brand. Panghal joins a roster of successful Indian athletes sponsored by the sports brand, including tennis stars Sumit Nagal and Rohan Bopanna, cricket star Prasidh Krishna, squash champion Joshna Chinappa and hockey star Manpreet Singh.

Panghal’s meteoric rise through the wrestling ranks is a testament to her exceptional talent and unwavering dedication. She is one of the first Indian female wrestlers to win gold at the World Cadet Championships. Her impressive record boasts numerous national titles and podium finishes at prestigious international events, including a silver medal at the 2023 Asian Championships, a bronze medal at the 2022 Asian Games and a bronze medal at the 2023 World Championships. Interestingly, the young wrestling sensation from Haryana was conferred the prestigious Arjuna Award by the President of India in recognition of her remarkable achievements.