Tennis Premier League (TPL) has added a new franchise, Gurgaon Grand Slammers, ahead of its seventh edition.
Hygiia Ventures, a Canadian-backed investment firm founded by entrepreneur Gaurav Agarwal, has acquired the franchise.
Indian tennis legend Sania Mirza has joined the franchise as its brand ambassador.
Welcoming the new franchise, Kunal Thakkur, Co-Founder of TPL, said, “Season 7 is a milestone for us, and the addition of Gurgaon Grand Slammers strengthens the league further. With Gaurav’s business expertise and Sania’s tennis legacy, this team is set to make an impact.”
Agarwal said, “Sports have always held a special place in my heart, not just as a father to a passionate young tennis player but also as someone who admires the discipline it brings. Acquiring a team in the Tennis Premier League is a meaningful way for us to support emerging Indian talent while expanding our investments into sports and franchise management.”
TPL was launched in October 2018. It’s sixth season in 2024 featured eight teams – Shrachi Delhi Rarh Tigers, Chennai Smashers, Yash Mumbai Eagles, Punjab Patriots, Bengaluru SG Pipers, Gujarat Panthers, Bengal Wizards, and eventual champion Hyderabad Strikers. Whether the seventh season will have nine teams or does Gurgaon-based franchise replace one of the existing teams is yet to be confirmed by the league.
Every match has men’s singles, women’s singles, mixed doubles and men’s doubles, with the teams fighting for a total of 100 points.
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