Players pose with officials during the trip.

KUWAIT CITY, May 8: In light of their strategic partnership, the National Bank of Kuwait supported the Junior Team at Rafa Nadal Academy during the TenPro Tennis Tournament held in Antalya, Turkey, from 11 to 20 April.

At the tournament, 8 juniors under 14 years from the Rafa Nadal Academy’s team played fierce games in which they showed remarkable competitiveness and exceptional sportsmanship, as they played against opponents from different nationalities, which enabled them to gain international experience and explore diverse tennis practices in a professional and competitive atmosphere.

NBK’s support comes from its longstanding commitment to social responsibility and strong belief in sponsoring and supporting national talents, in addition to its noticeable efforts to achieve sustainable development by encouraging all society members to exercise and follow healthy lifestyles.

On this occasion, Mohammad Al-Sarraf, Public Relations and Event Management Officer, said: “This participation is a great chance for juniors to gain more experience and learn new techniques in tennis. We wish to develop and expand the level of tennis in Kuwait, build a unique generation of champions, and provide ideal platforms that contribute to upskilling junior athletes and achieving their goals.”

Al-Sarraf added: “The popularity of tennis in our society has driven NBK to support it by organizing relevant events and ultimately establishing this strategic partnership through which we strive to build a legacy of excellence and guarantee a promising future of education and development for our youth.”

Al-Sarraf also emphasized that NBK prioritizes exercising and healthy lifestyles, and it has always taken the initiative to sponsor championships and tournaments to enable and encourage athletes. In this way, it wishes to achieve its social development objectives by encouraging people to follow healthy lifestyles and subsequently build a brighter future for the Kuwaiti youth.

The members of Rafa Nadal Academy have access to 15 open and closed tennis courts that have been designed according to international standards. The academy encompasses squash and padel courts, in addition to a closed swimming pool and segregated fitness centers.

It should be noted that NBK is committed to making various initiatives and programs that prioritize youth well-being, education, health, women's empowerment, and environmental sustainability, as it strives to play a key role in making positive change and securing a brighter future for the upcoming generations.