Under Armour athlete Neeraj Chopra welcomes new athletes to the brand roster at the relaunch of the brand’s latest format Brand House store at Ambience Mall, Gurugram

Khel Today Bureau

New Delhi: Olympic and World Champion and Under Armour Athlete Neeraj Chopra officially welcomed four emerging Indian athletes into the UA squad at the grand launch of Under Armour’s all-new Brand House at Ground Floor, Ambience Mall, Gurugram. This moment reflects the brand’s deep-rooted commitment to nurturing Underdog Athletes who are driven by grit, resilience, and the relentless pursuit of excellence.

Joining the UA squad are:

• Tejaswin Shankar, international decathlete who holds the National Record and specializes in high jump. He is India’s first-ever high jump medallist at the Commonwealth Games
• Jay Shah, International athlete, and All India University record holder
• Rishika Khajuria, international fencer, and National medalist
• Jyotika Dutta, international fencer, and National medalist.

Image 1(L-R)_Under Armour Athlete Neeraj Chopra and Underdog Athletics MD – Tushar Goculdas at the launch of the new Under Armour Brand House at Ambience Mall in Gurugram.

Tushar Goculdas, Managing Director, Underdog Athletics, exclusive India distributor and licensee of Under Armour added, “Under Armour has always stood for the underdog — for those who train in silence, show up with grit, and let their performance speak the loudest. Neeraj Chopra embodies that mindset, and today, we are proud to welcome four promising athletes who carry that same fire. Tejaswin, Jay, Jyotika, and
Rishika represent the next wave of talent, not just in sport, but in spirit. We continue to deepen our connection with India’s sporting community, empowering athletes, and enthusiasts alike to pursue their highest potential.”

The celebration of performance continued at the Champions Arena set up at the Ambience Mall, where Neeraj Chopra led an energy packed training session for aspiring athletes and fitness enthusiasts. The session reflected Under Armour’s mission to encourage individuals to push their limits and strive for more, regardless of their starting point.

Under Armour Athlete Neeraj Chopra said, “Under Armour has been a constant partner in my journey, giving me the support and gear I need to push my limits. I’m excited to see new athletes join the UA family, because I know what it means to have a team that believes in your potential. Tejaswin, Jay, Jyotika, and Rishika have shown incredible dedication and talent, and I’m confident they’ll inspire many more athletes across India. Together, we’re proving that with hard work and belief, underdogs can achieve greatness.”

In addition to Neeraj Chopra, Under Armour products are worn by some of the world’s best athletes, National Basketball Association All-Star Stephen Curry; Golfer Jordan Spieth; Olympian and Canadian Heptathlete – Georgia Ellenwood, Heavyweight boxing champion Anthony Joshua; Actor/Producer Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, Footballer Achraf Hakimi, Long distance runner Sharon Lokedi among others. The brand’s commitment to performance, innovation, and resilience continues to resonate with elite athletes across disciplines worldwide.

Athlete Profiles:

Rishika Khajuria: An Indian sabre fencer from Jammu, currently representing India on the international stage. She has competed at elite platforms like the World Championships and the World University Games and is currently preparing for the 2025 World University Games in Germany. A standout performer on the national circuit, Rishika is the 2024 Inter-University Gold Medallist and Senior National Silver Medallist, with multiple podium finishes at national-level competitions.

Jyotika Dutta: A professional sabre fencer from Rohru, Himachal Pradesh, currently training at the prestigious National Institute of Sports (NIS), Patiala. She has proudly represented India twice at the Asian Games, reaching the quarterfinals both times, and continues to be one of the country’s most consistent performers in fencing. Domestically, she has won over 20 medals across Senior and Junior National Championships.

Jay Shah: A two-time All India Universities National Record holder in Triple Jump, he has consistently proven his dominance at the university level. Jay proudly represented India at the 2019 World University Games in Naples, Italy. In addition to his achievements in jumps, he has earned multiple national medals in the 200m sprint and 100m relay, showcasing his versatility and speed on the track.