Game, Set, AI: Infosys Brings Advanced AI-led Innovations to Roland-Garros 2024

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Infosys, in partnership with the French Tennis Federation, unveiled several AI-driven innovations for Roland-Garros 2024. Leveraging Infosys Topaz, these innovations aim to enhance the digital experience for fans, players, coaches, and media. Key features include the RG Gen AI Poster Challenge, AI Bracket Challenge, and an enhanced Players Portal with Split Screen Analysis. The 3D Art Museum now includes a Symbol Room showcasing Roland-Garros memorabilia. Additionally, Infosys continues its STEM program, engaging students with hands-on tech workshops. The tournament runs from May 20 to June 9, 2024.

Positive

• Infosys introduces AI-first innovations using Infosys Topaz to enhance Roland-Garros digital experience.
• The RG Gen AI Poster Challenge offers fans interactive engagement with Generative AI for artistic poster creation.
• AI Bracket Challenge adds a competitive, predictive gameplay layer for fans, boosting engagement.
• Split Screen Analysis tool provides players and coaches with advanced analytical capabilities for performance improvement.
• Infosys 3D Art Museum’s new Symbol Room enriches virtual experiences with high-res 3D scans and interactive exhibits.
• Continuing the STEM program, Infosys engages 30 students in technology workshops during Roland-Garros.
• Partnership with FFT showcases the successful integration of AI in enhancing global fan engagement and player performance.

Negative

• No specific financial data or revenue impact mentioned in the PR, leaving potential investors without concrete financial metrics.
• Lack of detailed performance metrics or ROI for the AI innovations, making it hard to assess their success or impact.
• The PR does not address any potential costs or risks associated with implementing these AI technologies.

PARIS, May 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Infosys (NSE: INFY) (BSE: INFY) (NYSE: INFY), a global leader in next-generation digital services and consulting, in partnership with the French Tennis Federation (FFT), today unveiled several AI-first innovations for Roland-Garros 2024, marking a pivotal evolution in the sixth year of their partnership.

Leveraging Infosys Topaz, an AI-first set of services, solutions, and platforms using generative AI technologies, the new feature set will enhance the RG digital experience for fans, players, coaches, and the media. Beyond the set of existing innovations such as AI Assisted Journalism, AI Videos, and Match Centre, the following new experiences are slated to be launched this year.

• RG Gen AI Poster Challenge – The RG Gen AI Poster Challenge features on the Roland-Garros digital properties and enables fans to create their artistic renditions of the iconic RG Posters using Generative AI. It brings alive the unique history of RG with modern technology. Fans will also be able to vote for their favorite poster; and winners will be awarded tickets for the RG 2025 edition.
  
  
• AI Bracket Challenge – The AI Bracket Challenge introduces a gamified layer to the Roland-Garros experience, inviting fans to engage in predictive gameplay by forecasting match outcomes throughout the tournament. It also features an AI powered auto predict feature that fans can leverage to help complete their brackets. The feature adds a competitive and immersive element to the tournament experience, with winners slated to get access to 2025 match tickets.
  
  
• New Symbol Room in RG's Infosys 3D Art Museum – The newly introduced Symbol Room in the Infosys 3D Art Museum enriches the virtual visitor experience by providing a digital showcase of iconic symbols and moments from Roland-Garros history. This room, accessible through the RG website, features high-resolution 3D scans of memorabilia, interactive exhibits, and detailed narratives that bring the tournament's storied past to life.
  
  
• Split Screen Analysis in Players Portal – The enhanced Split Screen Analysis tool in the Players Portal offers a sophisticated analytical platform designed specifically for players and coaches. By providing side-by-side video comparisons and real-time performance analytics, this tool helps users dissect and understand gameplay nuances. Players can review their performances, compare them with past games or those of their opponents, and receive tailored feedback generated through AI-driven insights. This analysis supports strategic planning and training, allowing players to adapt their techniques and strategies based on detailed, data-backed evaluations.

Sumit Virmani, EVP and Global Chief Marketing Officer, Infosys, said, "The AI-first initiatives deployed at this year's Roland-Garros exemplify our commitment to not just enhancing the game using cutting edge technologies, but transforming how fans, players, and the media experience it. By leveraging our industry-leading, AI-suite of offerings, Infosys Topaz, we are proud to preserve the tournament's heritage while pushing the boundaries of application of AI and digital technology in sports."

Stephane Morel, CEO, FFT, said, "Our partnership with Infosys has been instrumental in integrating AI technology at Roland-Garros, setting a new standard for how major sporting events can engage with digital innovation to enhance global fan engagement and player performance."

Off court, Infosys and FFT continue a successful STEM program that will engage 30 students from Gerson School in Paris, providing them with firsthand learning experiences at Roland-Garros. Students will visit Roland-Garros and take part in dedicated workshops with tech experts from Infosys, aimed at helping them develop an understanding about how technology is used in tennis, further bridging the gap between technology and practical education.

The tournament runs from 20^th May 2024 to 9^th June 2024. To experience the latest digital innovations, visit Roland-Garros.com.

For more information on the partnership visit: www.infosys.com/roland-garros/.

About Roland-Garros

Roland-Garros is a must-see event for sports lovers and the general public alike. In 2023, Roland-Garros opened its doors to 633,222 spectators and was broadcast in 220 territories around the world, making it a major global sporting event. Organized by the French Tennis Federation, Roland-Garros is the only Grand Slam tournament to be played on clay, one of the oldest and noblest surfaces in the history of tennis.

About Infosys

Infosys is a global leader in next-generation digital services and consulting. Over 300,000 of our people work to amplify human potential and create the next opportunity for people, businesses and communities. We enable clients in more than 56 countries to navigate their digital transformation. With over four decades of experience in managing the systems and workings of global enterprises, we expertly steer clients, as they navigate their digital transformation powered by cloud and AI. We enable them with an AI-first core, empower the business with agile digital at scale and drive continuous improvement with always-on learning through the transfer of digital skills, expertise, and ideas from our innovation ecosystem. We are deeply committed to being a well-governed, environmentally sustainable organization where diverse talent thrives in an inclusive workplace.

Visit www.infosys.com to see how Infosys (NSE, BSE, NYSE: INFY) can help your enterprise navigate your next.

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FAQ

What AI innovations is Infosys introducing for Roland-Garros 2024?

Infosys is introducing the RG Gen AI Poster Challenge, AI Bracket Challenge, Split Screen Analysis in Players Portal, and a new Symbol Room in the Infosys 3D Art Museum.

What is the RG Gen AI Poster Challenge?

The RG Gen AI Poster Challenge allows fans to create artistic renditions of RG Posters using Generative AI and vote for their favorite ones, with winners receiving tickets for RG 2025.

What is the AI Bracket Challenge?

The AI Bracket Challenge lets fans predict match outcomes throughout the tournament, adding a gamified element to the Roland-Garros experience. Winners receive tickets for RG 2025.

What features does the new Split Screen Analysis in Players Portal offer?

The Split Screen Analysis tool offers side-by-side video comparisons, real-time performance analytics, and AI-driven insights to help players and coaches improve their strategies.

What is the Symbol Room in the Infosys 3D Art Museum?

The Symbol Room in the Infosys 3D Art Museum displays high-resolution 3D scans and interactive exhibits of iconic Roland-Garros memorabilia, enhancing the virtual visitor experience.

When is Roland-Garros 2024 taking place?

Roland-Garros 2024 runs from May 20 to June 9, 2024.

How is Infosys engaging students during Roland-Garros 2024?

Infosys is continuing its STEM program, engaging 30 students from Gerson School in Paris with firsthand learning experiences and tech workshops at Roland-Garros.