Infosys Topaz Lights Up Roland-Garros 2024 with Powerful AI-led Innovations

Infosys Topaz is transforming fan and audience experience at the ongoing Roland-Garros 2024 with its innovative Generative AI-first set of services, solutions and platforms. Powered by 150+ pre trained AI platforms, the world-class foundational AI framework for Gen AI applications is the talk of the town at RG. Built by Infosys, a leading next-gen digital services and consulting organization, Topaz is enhancing RG digital experiences for fans, coaches, players, and the media.

The tournament runs from 20^th May 2024 to 9^th June 2024.

Let’s dive into the role of Infosys Topaz at the Roland-Garros 2024.

Infosys and the French Tennis Federation (FFT) are into their sixth year of partnership. Topaz is already part of the pivotal evolution of RG’s digital experience across multiple channels of engagement. The AI-first innovations unveiled at the event include feature upgrades such as AI Assisted Journalism, AI Videos, and Match Centre. The company also announced 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.

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• 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.

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