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Tennis star Dominic Thiem is Duravit ’ s new brand ambassador

Dominic Thiem and Duravit signed a cooperation agreement at the Duravit Design Center Hornberg .
For the next five years , the number three in the ATP world rankings will be an ambassador for the Duravit brand . The amiable Austrian sportsman and the designer bathroom manufacturer from the Black Forest share a commitment to sustainability , a love of precision , and expect the very highest from their own performance , making them a perfect match .
“ I am really excited about the partnership with Duravit . It ’ s a company with a rich tradition and a fascinating product portfolio . They set themselves high standards and really value precision . These are also the key pillars for success in tennis – and their commitment to sustainability is inspiring . This is going to be an exciting partnership for me !” said Dominic Thiem .
Duravit ’ s CEO , Stephan Tahy , added : “ Dominic Thiem is a really popular figure and is a perfect fit with Duravit thanks to his commitment to sustainability and his high expectations for his own performance . We are really looking forward to working with him .”
Dominic Thiem admiring a Duravit bath .
Duravit
After Thomas Muster and Jürgen Melzer , Dominic Thiem is the third Austrian to make it into the top ten of the world rankings . In addition , Thiem , who has enjoyed particular success on clay courts , was the first Austrian to win an ATP title on grass and is currently ranked number three in the world . PA
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