Neeraj Chopra Welcomes New Athletes To Under Armour At Gurugram Brand House Relaunch

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Olympic and World Champion Neeraj Chopra, an Under Armour athlete, recently welcomed four promising Indian athletes to the brand's roster. This event took place during the grand reopening of Under Armour's new Brand House at Ambience Mall, Gurugram.

The occasion underscores the brand's dedication to supporting athletes who embody determination and a relentless pursuit of excellence.

The new additions to the Under Armour team include Tejaswin Shankar, Jay Shah, Rishika Khajuria, and Jyotika Dutta. Each athlete brings unique achievements and potential to the table. Tejaswin Shankar is an international decathlete known for his high jump prowess, holding a national record and being India's first high jump medallist at the Commonwealth Games.

Jay Shah has made his mark as an international athlete and All India University record holder. His versatility is evident in his accomplishments in triple jump, 200m sprint, and 100m relay events. Meanwhile, Rishika Khajuria and Jyotika Dutta are both accomplished fencers with national medals to their names.

Tushar Goculdas, Managing Director of Underdog Athletics, expressed pride in welcoming these athletes. "Under Armour has always stood for the underdog – for those who train in silence, show up with grit, and let their performance speak the loudest," he said. He highlighted that Neeraj Chopra embodies this mindset and that the new athletes share this spirit.

Neeraj Chopra led a dynamic training session at the Champions Arena set up at Ambience Mall. This session aimed to inspire aspiring athletes and fitness enthusiasts by encouraging them to push their limits. Under Armour's mission is to motivate individuals to strive for more regardless of their starting point.

"Under Armour has been a constant partner in my journey," said Neeraj Chopra. "I'm excited to see new athletes join the UA family because I know what it means to have a team that believes in your potential." He expressed confidence that Tejaswin, Jay, Jyotika, and Rishika will inspire many more athletes across India.

Global Reach of Under Armour

Under Armour products are favoured by top athletes worldwide, including Stephen Curry, Jordan Spieth, Georgia Ellenwood, Anthony Joshua, Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, Achraf Hakimi, and Sharon Lokedi. The brand's focus on performance innovation resonates with elite athletes globally.

Tushar Goculdas established Underdog Athletics in 2021 as Under Armour's exclusive distributor in India. Since then, he has worked on expanding the brand's presence among India's growing community of sports enthusiasts. Under Armour products are available online and through numerous stores across 30 cities nationwide.

Rishika Khajuria represents India internationally as a sabre fencer from Jammu. She has competed at prestigious events like the World Championships and World University Games. Her accolades include being a 2024 Inter-University Gold Medallist and Senior National Silver Medallist.

Jyotika Dutta hails from Rohru in Himachal Pradesh and trains at NIS Patiala. She has represented India twice at the Asian Games, reaching the quarterfinals both times while winning over 20 medals domestically across various championships.