New Delhi, April 8, 2025: Hero MotoCorp, the world’s largest manufacturer of motorcycles and scooters, proudly announces a three-year partnership with professional golfers Akshay Bhatia and Sahith Theegala as its global ambassadors.
This partnership reinforces Hero’s commitment to fostering world-class sporting talent while celebrating excellence, perseverance, and ambition – values deeply embedded in the brand’s DNA. As two of the most promising young golfers on the PGA Tour, Akshay and Sahith represent a new era of global achievers driven by passion and determination.
The partnership will officially tee off this week, with both players proudly sporting the Hero logo as they compete on the global stage.
“We are thrilled to welcome Akshay and Sahith to the Hero family. These exceptional young golfers, both of Indian descent, embody our core values of passion, integrity, and courage. Their dedication and achievements align perfectly with our mission to champion excellence in sports globally,” commented Dr. Pawan Munjal Executive Chairman, Hero MotoCorp.
He added, “As a proud Indian brand with a strong legacy of supporting athletes across disciplines, we take immense pride in fostering talent of Indian origin on the world stage. Hero MotoCorp is globally recognized for innovation and sustainability, and as we continue to expand our brand’s influence, we engage with youth icons who inspire the next generation. Akshay and Sahith’s journey will further strengthen our long-standing association with golf, and we wish them great success this week and in their future endeavors.”
A rising talent on the PGA Tour, Akshay Bhatia embodies Hero’s ethos of progress. His relentless dedication, exceptional skill, and commitment to continuous improvement make him a perfect representation of the brand’s pursuit of excellence.
On the other hand, Known for his dynamic playing style and remarkable performances on the PGA Tour, Sahith Theegala’s journey from a promising amateur to a professional golfer mirrors Hero MotoCorp’s core belief in overcoming challenges, pushing boundaries, and striving for greatness.
“Partnering with a global brand like Hero MotoCorp is truly a dream come true, especially given my ambition to compete and share my passion for golf around the world for many years ahead. India, and specifically the Hero Indian Open, holds special significance as an integral part of my family’s heritage” said Akshay Bhatia.
Sahith Theegala stated, “I am honored to have been selected by Hero MotoCorp to represent them worldwide. Akshay and I are very good friends, and we are excited to be working with Hero to increase their brand visibility through all our appearances. Like Hero, we are both committed to encouraging the success of young athletes from around the world in their sports and personal endeavors.”
The addition of two rising golf stars to Hero’s esteemed roster of sports ambassadors further reinforces the brand’s continued commitment and efforts to empowering athletes and advancing sporting excellence on a global scale.
As one of the world’s foremost corporate supporters of sports—including Cricket, Golf, Football, Field Hockey, and Motorsports—Hero has cultivated a proud legacy of nurturing talent and driving athletic growth, both in India and around the world.
With Akshay Bhatia and Sahith Theegala now part of the Hero family, the brand strengthens its commitment to shaping the future of golf and inspiring the next generation of athletes worldwide.
Hero MotoCorp has long been a pioneering force in the world of golf, playing a pivotal role in elevating India’s presence on the international stage. From the prestigious Hero World Challenge on the PGA Tour to the iconic Hero Dubai Desert Classic, the esteemed Hero Indian Open on the DP World Tour, and the Hero Women’s Indian Open on the Ladies European Tour (LET), Hero continues to lead with impactful global initiatives.
Golfing legend and 15-time Major champion Tiger Woods has served as Hero’s Global Corporate Partner since 2014, while top Indian golfers like Shiv Kapur, Diksha Dagar, Pranavi Urs, and Tvesa Malik proudly represent the brand as ambassadors. Furthering its commitment to inclusivity and growth, Hero is also a key promoter of women’s golf through its ongoing support of the Hero Women’s Pro Golf Tour in India.
