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India Today
4 days ago
- Automotive
- India Today
Olympic medalist Neeraj Chopra joins hands with Audi India
JSW Sports has announced that Neeraj Chopra has partnered with German automaker Audi. Audi made this partnership public by saying "the partnership celebrates the shared values between the athlete and the brand."Chopra is known most notably for his historic javelin throw at the Tokyo Olympic Games captured the nation's imagination. In his most recent performance, he achieved second place at the Janusz Kusocinski Memorial meet in Poland. The Indian athlete secured a spot among the top two by reaching a distance of 84.14m in his sixth and final Singh Dhillon, speaking on the partnership, said, 'At Audi, we stand for those who push boundaries - those who are not just defined by performance, but by the relentless pursuit of excellence. Neeraj Chopra is the embodiment of that spirit. Determined and iconic, his journey from ambition to achievement mirrors Audi's progressive DNA. His focus, speed, and unmatched performance make him a natural extension of our brand - a symbol of what it means to lead, not follow.' Expressing his excitement at the partnership, Chopra said 'I've always admired Audi - not just for the cars, but for what the brand stands for. As an athlete, these values resonate deeply with me. Whether it's on the field or in life, the pursuit of excellence never stops. I'm excited to join the Audi family and represent a brand that inspires forward motion in everything it does.'advertisementAudi claimed, 'the association not only celebrates an icon of Indian sport but also signals Audi's commitment to aligning with individuals who champion innovation, resilience, and evolution. Neeraj's progressive approach to training and relentless quest to refine his performance make him a perfect fit for Audi's evolving journey.'Karan Yadav, Chief Commercial Officer, JSW Sports said "All of us at JSW Sports are really happy to facilitate this association between Neeraj and Audi India, which is truly a landmark partnership for Indian sport and business. Audi is a car manufacturer that Neeraj really admires, and one whose vision as a brand aligns with that of his as an athlete. All our conversations with Audi have been very positive, and with Neeraj being one of India's finest athletes, I genuinely believe the potential of this partnership is limitless."Subscribe to Auto Today Magazine
Time of India
5 days ago
- Automotive
- Time of India
Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra joins hands with Audi India
HighlightsJSW Sports has announced a partnership between double Olympic medalist Neeraj Chopra and German automotive manufacturer Audi, highlighting their shared values of performance and precision. Audi India's head, Balbir Singh Dhillon, praised Neeraj Chopra as a symbol of leadership and excellence, reflecting the brand's core attributes of determination and speed. Karan Yadav, chief commercial officer of JSW Sports, expressed optimism about the limitless potential of the partnership between Neeraj Chopra and Audi India, marking a significant milestone for Indian sports and business. JSW Sports has announced that its athlete - double Olympic medalist Javelin thrower and global sports icon , Neeraj Chopra has partnered with German automotive manufacturer Audi, marking a collaboration that brings together two leaders driven by performance, precision and a progressive mindset. The partnership celebrates the shared values between the athlete and the brand - world-class performance, explosive speed and iconic stature. 'Chopra is the embodiment of that spirit. Determined and iconic, his journey from ambition to achievement mirrors Audi's progressive DNA. His focus, speed, and unmatched performance make him a natural extension of our brand - a symbol of what it means to lead, not follow,' said Balbir Singh Dhillon, head, Audi India . Known for his technique, Neeraj reflects the very attributes Audi holds at its core - precision, determination, and the drive to break limits. From the racetrack to the runway, and from the sports arena to the global stage, this partnership signals a shared vision for excellence, the company stated in a press release. 'I'm excited to join the Audi family and represent a brand that inspires forward motion in everything it does,' said Chopra, expressing his excitement at the partnership. "All of us at JSW Sports are really happy to facilitate this association between Neeraj and Audi India, which is truly a landmark partnership for Indian sport and business. All our conversations with Audi have been very positive, and with Chopra being one of India's finest athletes, I genuinely believe the potential of this partnership is limitless," said Karan Yadav, chief commercial officer, JSW Sports.
Time of India
5 days ago
- Automotive
- Time of India
Neeraj Chopra becomes brand ambassador for Audi India: Details
Neeraj Chopra becomes brand ambassador for Audi India. Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra has partnered with Audi India . The announcement was made by JSW Sports on Monday, underscoring the javelin star's rising stature both on and off the field. Chopra, who became a national hero with his historic javelin throw at the Tokyo Olympics, followed by a Silver medal at the 2024 Paris Games, has now inked a pact to become the face of Audi in India. For Chopra, who has consistently delivered on the biggest global stages including the Asian Games, Commonwealth Games, and World Championships, the collaboration reflects more than just brand association. 'I've always admired Audi — not just for their cars, but for what they represent. Their values closely align with my own journey as an athlete. It's all about pushing limits and striving for excellence,' he said, expressing his enthusiasm about the association. Audi Q8 Review: Brilliant mix of Comfort and Sportiness | TOI Auto 'Neeraj Chopra is not only a symbol of excellence but also of determination and forward motion. His story resonates with our brand philosophy. He is a natural fit,' said Balbir Singh Dhillon, Head of Audi India. In a strong start to 2025, Audi India reported a 17% rise in Q1 sales, delivering 1,223 units — up from the same period last year. The growth is credited to a robust product lineup and improved supply chain, with models like the Q7 and Q8 driving demand. Building on the momentum from 2024, when Audi crossed the 1 lakh cars milestone in India, the brand recently added the facelifted RS Q8 Performance to its range. Priced at Rs 2.49 crore (ex-showroom), it's Audi's most powerful SUV, boasting a 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 that sprints from 0–100 kmph in just over 3 seconds. Discover everything about the automotive world at Times of India .
NDTV
5 days ago
- Automotive
- NDTV
Neeraj Chopra Becomes Audi India's New Brand Ambassador
India's star Olympic gold medallist and world champion javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra joined hands with Audi India as an ambassador, marking a collaboration bringing together two entities powered by performance, precision, and a progressive mindset. Chopra, whose historic javelin throw gold at the Tokyo Olympic Games 2020 captured the nation's imagination, with this partnership, celebrates the shared values between the athlete and the brand - world-class performance, explosive speed, and iconic stature. "At Audi, we stand for those who push boundaries - those who are not just defined by performance, but by the relentless pursuit of excellence. Neeraj Chopra is the embodiment of that spirit. Determined and iconic, his journey from ambition to achievement mirrors Audi's progressive DNA. His focus, speed, and unmatched performance make him a natural extension of our brand - a symbol of what it means to lead, not follow," said Balbir Singh Dhillon, Head, Audi India as quoted by JSW Sports press release. Neeraj, who followed up his Olympic Gold with top spots at the Asian Games, Commonwealth Games, and World Championships, would later win Silver at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games. Recently at Doha Diamond League, he made history by becoming the first Indian javelin thrower to breach the 90-m mark. Neeraj expressed his admiration for the brand, saying, "I've always admired Audi - not just for the cars, but for what the brand stands for. As an athlete, these values resonate deeply with me. Whether it's on the field or in life, the pursuit of excellence never stops. I'm excited to join the Audi family and represent a brand that inspires forward motion in everything it does." "All of us at JSW Sports are really happy to facilitate this association between Neeraj and Audi India, which is truly a landmark partnership for Indian sport and business. Audi is a car manufacturer that Neeraj really admires, and one whose vision as a brand aligns with that of his as an athlete. All our conversations with Audi have been very positive, and with Neeraj being one of India's finest athletes, I genuinely believe the potential of this partnership is limitless," said Karan Yadav, Chief Commercial Officer, JSW Sports, the entity that manages Neeraj. Listen to the latest songs, only on
India Gazette
5 days ago
- Automotive
- India Gazette
Neeraj Chopra becomes Audi India's new brand ambassador
New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): India's star Olympic gold medallist and world champion javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra joined hands with Audi India as an ambassador, marking a collaboration bringing together two entities powered by performance, precision, and a progressive mindset. Chopra, whose historic javelin throw gold at the Tokyo Olympic Games 2020 captured the nation's imagination, with this partnership, celebrates the shared values between the athlete and the brand - world-class performance, explosive speed, and iconic stature. 'At Audi, we stand for those who push boundaries - those who are not just defined by performance, but by the relentless pursuit of excellence. Neeraj Chopra is the embodiment of that spirit. Determined and iconic, his journey from ambition to achievement mirrors Audi's progressive DNA. His focus, speed, and unmatched performance make him a natural extension of our brand - a symbol of what it means to lead, not follow,' said Balbir Singh Dhillon, Head, Audi India as quoted by JSW Sports press release. Neeraj, who followed up his Olympic Gold with top spots at the Asian Games, Commonwealth Games, and World Championships, would later win Silver at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games. Recently at Doha Diamond League, he made history by becoming the first Indian javelin thrower to breach the 90-m mark. Neeraj expressed his admiration for the brand, saying, 'I've always admired Audi - not just for the cars, but for what the brand stands for. As an athlete, these values resonate deeply with me. Whether it's on the field or in life, the pursuit of excellence never stops. I'm excited to join the Audi family and represent a brand that inspires forward motion in everything it does.' 'All of us at JSW Sports are really happy to facilitate this association between Neeraj and Audi India, which is truly a landmark partnership for Indian sport and business. Audi is a car manufacturer that Neeraj really admires, and one whose vision as a brand aligns with that of his as an athlete. All our conversations with Audi have been very positive, and with Neeraj being one of India's finest athletes, I genuinely believe the potential of this partnership is limitless,' said Karan Yadav, Chief Commercial Officer, JSW Sports, the entity that manages Neeraj. (ANI)
