Diego Schwartzman Joins INTENNSE Team Ownership Group

Former World No. 8 to help shape league's team identities, competitive culture, and fan-first vision

Published on Feb. 12, 2026

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INTENNSE, a new professional tennis league, announced that former World No. 8 Diego Schwartzman will join the league as a Pulse Partner in advance of the 2026 season. Schwartzman, one of the sport's most respected competitors and a global fan favorite, will play a central role in helping shape his own team, as well as the league's team identities, competitive culture, and fan-first vision. He will also help drive INTENNSE's efforts to make tennis more welcoming, modern, and engaging for younger generations.

Why it matters

Schwartzman's involvement as a Pulse Partner represents a significant milestone in INTENNSE's evolution, as the league aims to bring new energy and a modern narrative to the sport of tennis. His passion for expanding pathways like college tennis and improving economic opportunities for players aligns with INTENNSE's mission to make the sport more accessible and sustainable for athletes at all levels.

The details

As a Pulse Partner, Schwartzman will participate in the draft, appear at select league events each season, and feature in broadcast, podcast, and digital content that brings fans closer to the personalities behind the teams. He will also collaborate on social and team-driven content that highlights the league's behind-the-scenes energy, player-led narratives, and new formats designed to connect more deeply with fans.

  • INTENNSE's 2026 season will run from June 5 through Championship Weekend, August 2, 2026.
  • Season ticket deposits for 2026 are now being accepted.

The players

Diego Schwartzman

A former World No. 8 tennis player who will join INTENNSE as a Pulse Partner in advance of the 2026 season.

Charles Allen

The CEO of INTENNSE, a new professional tennis league.

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What they’re saying

“The sport has taken me on an incredible journey, and partnering with INTENNSE gives me the opportunity to begin an exciting new chapter.”

— Diego Schwartzman (EINPresswire.com)

“Diego represents everything INTENNSE is about—heart, perseverance, and a genuine connection with fans. He has earned respect around the world not just for his results, but for the way he competes and carries himself. Bringing him in as a Pulse Partner sends a clear signal that we are building a league with leaders who care deeply about the sport and the people who love it.”

— Charles Allen, CEO of INTENNSE (EINPresswire.com)

What’s next

INTENNSE's 2026 season will run from June 5 through Championship Weekend, August 2, 2026. Season ticket deposits for 2026 are now being accepted.

The takeaway

Schwartzman's involvement as a Pulse Partner in the new INTENNSE league signals the league's commitment to bringing in respected, passionate leaders who can help shape the future of tennis and make the sport more accessible and engaging for younger generations.