Babolat Brings Tennis Greats to Grand Central

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Robin Ashmore or Annie Coghill
1905 Sherman Street
Denver,
303 832 2700
robin@ameliecompany.com, annie@ameliecompany.com

08/08/06 - Babolat announces Team Babolat tennis players Rafael Nadal, Andy Roddick and Robby Ginepri will be appearing in Grand Central station for a major tennis event: Grand Slam in Grand Central.

In partnership with TENNIS Magazine, Babolat is hosting this fan-friendly tennis event in Grand Central Terminal on August 25th from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Vanderbilt Hall will be transformed into “Center Court” where fans and members of the media can hit with the pros.

Grand Slam in Grand Central:

Date: August 25, 2006
Time: 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Location: Vanderbilt Hall in Grand Central Terminal, New York City
Access: Open to the general public with unique media opportunities

Eric Babolat, President and CEO of Babolat, commented, “Babolat is proud to host this event with TENNIS magazine to build excitement for tennis players and our sport. We are a 130 year old tennis specialized company dedicated to developing tennis products for everyone; to enable people of all skill levels to reach their peak and to enjoy the sport.”

Babolat equips some of the world’s best players. Among them are Rafael Nadal and Andy Roddick who will be on hand at the event to interact with the general public and the media. “Rafael and Andy are great ambassadors for our sport”, said Babolat. “Both are Grand Slam champions and tough competitors who have comported themselves with integrity, something that is very important to our family-run company. Both have been using Babolat racquets and strings since they were young and are passionate about tennis obviously, just as we are.”

Members of Team Babolat:
Rafael Nadal – SPAIN
2005 and 2006 French Open Champion
Racquet: Babolat AeroPro Drive
Strings: Babolat Pro Hurricane Tour

Andy Roddick – USA
2003 US Open Champion
Racquet: Babolat Pure Drive Roddick+
Strings: Babolat Pro Hurricane+ / VS Natural Gut+
Shoes: Babolat Team All Court

Robby Ginepri – USA
2005 US Open Semi-Finalist
Racquet: Babolat Pure Storm
Strings: Babolat Pro Hurricane / VS Natural Gut+

From racquets and strings to footwear and accessories, Babolat will be displaying its latest innovations and cutting edge products that are part of its full-range tennis offering. Experts will discuss Babolat’s new technologies and teaching pros will be doing demonstrations along with lively, interactive events for the public. The Michelin Man will make a special appearance sporting his Babolat Team All Court shoes with the Michelin outsole. And, Babolat has invited the famous Bijou Tennis Show, featuring trick tennis shots, to entertain spectators throughout the day.

About Babolat
Founded in Lyon, France, in 1875, Babolat is the first company to have specialized in racquet sports and the world leader in the production of natural gut strings. Easily recognized by its trademark “double-line” (two stripes on the racquet frame and black on the stringing bed), Babolat is still family-owned. Today, with U.S. operations in Boulder, Colorado, the company also manufactures synthetic strings, shoes, a full range of accessories for all racquet sports as well as a best-selling line of racquets used by some of the most renowned names in tennis. To find out where Babolat products are sold, log on to www.babolat.com or call (877) 316-9435.


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Media Relations Contacts: Robin Ashmore or Annie Coghill, (303) 832-2700

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