Cape Town, South Africa – GAC Motor South Africa has officially welcomed leading South African professional padel player Luan Krige to the GAC family, marking the beginning of a partnership that celebrates performance, ambition and sporting excellence.
One of South Africa’s leading professional padel athletes, Krige has earned recognition through his success on both the local and international stage. His relentless pursuit of improvement, competitive spirit and dedication to growing the sport have established him as one of the country’s most respected players.
For GAC Motor South Africa, the partnership reflects the brand’s commitment to working with individuals who share its values of innovation, progress and excellence.
“Luan represents everything we admire in a partner,” said Bianca Naude, PR Manager of Salvador Caetano South Africa, GAC Motor & JMC Motor.
“He has built an outstanding career through discipline, determination and a relentless drive to improve. As GAC continues to establish itself in South Africa, we want to align ourselves with people who inspire others through their achievements and commitment to excellence. This partnership is a natural fit.”
Krige said joining the GAC family marks the beginning of an exciting new journey.
“I am incredibly proud to be joining the GAC family. Performance is about consistency, preparation and always striving to improve, values that I believe both GAC and I share. I am looking forward to representing the brand and sharing this journey with the growing South African padel community.”
Padel has become one of the world’s fastest growing participation sports, attracting players from all walks of life and experiencing significant growth across South Africa. The sport’s energy, accessibility and modern appeal closely align with GAC’s vision of connecting with a new generation of South Africans through innovation, lifestyle and performance.
The collaboration forms part of GAC Motor South Africa’s broader strategy to build meaningful relationships with South Africans who are making a positive impact across sport, business, entertainment and culture.
“As a brand, we believe mobility is about more than simply getting from one destination to another,” added Naude. “It is about enabling people to pursue their ambitions with confidence. Partnerships like this demonstrate our commitment to supporting South Africans who are driving progress in their respective industries.”
As GAC Motor South Africa continues to expand its footprint across the country, the company remains focused on delivering premium vehicles, exceptional ownership experiences and partnerships that authentically connect with South African consumers.
This partnership marks the beginning of an exciting journey between GAC Motor South Africa and Luan Krige, united by a shared passion for performance, innovation and inspiring the next generation.
