ASICS are excited to announce the signing of 2011 US Open tennis champion Samantha Stosur as an ambassador in a multi-year contract commencing January 1, 2012.

The Australian will commence using ASICS tennis apparel at the 2012 Brisbane International.

As the World number 6 prepares for the 2012 Australian Open, Stosur spoke of her partnership with ASICS: "I am really excited to join the ASICS team. I've actually worn their shoes for a couple of years so now to be fully kitted out is really exciting for me and I am really looking forward to getting the year started".

Renown as both a singles and doubles player, the big serving Stosur boasts a powerful all court game that makes her a Grand Slam contender on all surfaces.

ASICS Marketing Manager Sam Chew spoke of his excitement in Stosur joining the ASICS team: "From a local perspective, we’re delighted to have Australia’s number one tennis player join our team of marquee ambassadors such as Michael Clarke, Benji Marshall, Joel Selwood, Natalie Von Bertouch, Dani Samuels and Shannan Ponton. We look forward to working with Sam, starting from the Brisbane International in January".

We wish Sam all the best for the upcoming tennis season!

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