Steffi Graf Joins JOOLA: Steffi Graf, a 22-time Grand Slam tennis champion, is venturing into pickleball with the release of her signature paddle. Collaborating with JOOLA, the paddle debuts as part of the Agassi Collection on January 28, reflecting Graf’s dedication to advancing the growing sport.
Both Graf and her husband, Andre Agassi, have been working with JOOLA since announcing their partnership in August. Graf praised her paddle’s design, highlighting the control and touch it offers. “Coming from a different sport, I felt like it gave me just a little more margin,” she said.
Tennis Legends Enter the Pickleball Scene
Graf’s and Agassi’s paddles feature a unique racket-style shape with a wider base, enhancing performance. The couple’s involvement with JOOLA is part of their larger mission to bring pickleball to more communities worldwide.
Agassi emphasized this vision: “It’s not just about selling paddles at all—it’s about changing communities by bringing the game to them.” Their efforts come as pickleball continues to gain popularity among players of all ages.
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Preparing for Pickleball Slam 3
In addition to launching their paddles, Graf and Agassi are set to compete in Pickleball Slam 3 on February 16 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The duo will defend their title, showcasing their skills and their new paddles in front of fans.
As the sport evolves, Graf and Agassi’s involvement represents a unique bridge between tennis and pickleball, inspiring others to explore the fast-paced, accessible game. Their commitment to innovation and community highlights pickleball’s bright future.
News in Brief: Steffi Graf Joins JOOLA
Steffi Graf and Andre Agassi partner with JOOLA to release signature pickleball paddles, aiming to grow the sport globally. Their paddles debut on January 28, ahead of their participation in Pickleball Slam 3. Graf praised her paddle for its control and touch, while Agassi focused on the game’s community impact.
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