ASICS Brand Ambassador Samantha Stosur Wins Japan Women’s Open Tennis Tournament 2014 Singles Title
2014.10.16 PRESSOct 12, 2014 ―ASICS (Headquarters: Kobe, Japan; President and CEO: Motoi OYAMA) congratulates Brand Ambassador Samantha Stosur on winning the Japan Women’s Open Tennis 2014 Tournament Sunday.
Ms. Stosur, who was the first champion of the Osaka tournament that draws top players from all over the world, tenaciously wielded a powerful spin serve and forehand to capture the singles crown.
Ms. Stosur’s Advisory Agreement with ASICS has helped to bolster the company’s position in the global tennis market, one of the goals set forth in the corporate mid-term plan ‘ASICS Growth Plan 2015’. Ms. Stosur’s glowing reviews of ASICS products have contributed to the achievement.
ASICS will continue to strive to be a brand offering True Sport Performance supporting world-class athletes with superior technology. ASICS will produce products based on input from Ms. Stosur and capitalizing on company technology.
<Samantha Stosur Player Profile>
【Profile】
Nationality | Australian |
Date of birth | 30 March, 1984 |
Residence | Tampa, Florida, USA |
Weight | 65 Kg |
Height | 175cm/ 1.75m/ 5’7 3/4” |
Play Style | Right-handed/ Two-handed backhand |
Status | Pro 1990 |
ATW Ranking | 18th(Singles: as of Oct 13, 2014) |
【Career Highlights】
Singles
Winner | 2014 | JAPAN WOMEN’S OPEN TENNIS |
2013 | HP JAPAN WOMEN’S OPEN TENNIS SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA OPEN | |
2011 | US OPEN | |
Finalist | 2010 | ROLAND GARROS |
Doubles
Winner | 2013 | HP JAPAN WOMEN’S OPEN TENNIS |
2006 | ROLAND GARROS US OPEN | |
Finalist | 2011 | WIMBLEDON |
2009 | WIMBLEDON | |
2008 | WIMBLEDON US OPEN | |
2006 | AUSTRALIAN OPEN |
Official website http://www.samstosur.com/about-sam/
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/SamStosur
<Products used by Samantha Stosur>
【Shoes】
*The shoe color Stosur is wearing is available in Europe and USA regions.
Product Name | LADY GEL-RESOLUTION 5 |
Materials | Upper:Artificial Leather and Synthetic Fabric Outer Sole: Rubber Bottom |
Functionality | Offers high stability and good fit for a powerful open stance and flying jump stroke playing style. Uses a special last for competition-type court movement. A one-piece resin reinforce covers the area from the heel to the side in order to improve heel stability and minimize slippage between the foot and shoe when landing. In particular, the inner heel reinforcing material is large, providing a strong grip during reversal and allowing quick shifting to the next movement. The front upper is a radial form and features rubber and mesh (Flexion Fit). Pressure on the material is dispersed by creating multiple shallow folds during turns and delivering a supple, superior fit for the foot. The shoe sole is designed with three ovals in the front portion, including the ball of the foot, to concentrate strength and make gripping easier. The midsole of the women’s shoe, has been made more flexible for stepping. |
*Details also available at asics.com
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