The Japanese brand adds one of the circuit’s most promising tennis players through a long-term agreement that brings together performance, innovation and global ambition.
ASICS has announced a multi-year partnership with Emma Navarro, one of the most promising rising figures in women’s tennis. The American player, currently world No. 15, will compete from the 2026 season onwards wearing ASICS tennis footwear, reinforcing the brand’s presence at the highest level of the professional circuit.
As part of the agreement, Emma Navarro will take to the court in the new SOLUTION SPEED™ FF 4, a model engineered for players whose game is built on speed, agility and instant responsiveness. The shoe integrates advanced performance engineering technologies aligned with the player’s explosive, dynamic style, delivering stability and lightness at crucial moments in a match.
Navarro’s signing follows a breakout 2024 season, during which she reached the top 10 for the first time, claimed her first major professional title, and advanced to the semi-finals at Wimbledon (SW19) and the US Open (Flushing Meadows). She also recorded wins over several former world No. 1 players, confirming her status among the elite of international tennis. Her rise has been particularly notable following her college tennis career, from which she transitioned into the professional tour with consistent progression and strong results.
From ASICS, Mitsuyuki Tominaga, President and COO, expressed pride in welcoming Navarro to the brand’s global athlete roster, highlighting her current level of performance and her long-term growth potential. The company aims to support her over the coming seasons as she continues to build her career at the very top of the sport.
For her part, Emma Navarro welcomed the start of this new chapter, noting that the SOLUTION SPEED™ FF 4 perfectly suits her style of play and enhances her confidence on court. She also emphasised her connection with ASICS’ philosophy, rooted in the positive link between movement and mind, a core pillar of the brand’s identity.
From a technical standpoint, the SOLUTION SPEED™ FF 4 features an ultra-lightweight construction, FLYTEFOAM™ cushioning made with bio-based materials, and SPEEDTRUSS™ technology, designed to support rapid acceleration and reactive movement. The outsole incorporates ASICSGRIP™ in the forefoot area to ensure traction and control during intense footwork.
The model will be available online from 15 January 2026 at asics.com and in selected ASICS stores worldwide. With this signing, ASICS further strengthens its position in professional tennis, backing an athlete who embodies the balance between performance, tactical intelligence and global ambition.
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