- Heinekenยฎ 0.0 and premium racket brand LรK announce the first-ever padel racket with a built-in bottle opener and six-pack branded balls
- The launch adds to Heinekenยฎ 0.0's expanding presence in padel, adding to its new global partnerships with Playtomic and Premier Padel
AMSTERDAM, Dec. 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Heinekenยฎ 0.0 and LรK today announce the Special Edition Heinekenยฎ 0.0 x LรK collection, featuring a Special Heinekenยฎ 0.0 edition of the LรK Jungle, the first-ever padel racket with a built-in bottle opener, making it easier than ever to shift from on court rallies to refreshing post-match beers.
The Special Edition Heinekenยฎ 0.0 x LรK Jungle racket is match-ready and built by the premium padel brand LรK for intermediate-level players, combining performance with playful design. Its mixed-carbon frame, oversized diamond head, and flex-fiber surface ensure precision and power on court, while the built-in bottle opener adds a social twist for post-match moments.
Complementing the racket, Heinekenยฎ 0.0 has released limited-edition padel balls packaged like Heineken six-packs. From April 2026, the full Special Edition Heinekenยฎ x LรK collection will be available in select markets around the world online and at Heineken-serving padel clubs.
Padel is a sport built on social connections, with 73% of players citing socialising and having fun as a core reason for playing matches that often end with a post-game beer. And as padel continues its rapid global rise, with nearly one new court opening every hourโHeinekenยฎ 0.0 is deepening its commitment to the gameโs energetic and wellness-driven community.
The collection complements Heinekenยฎ 0.0โs expanding presence in padel following recently announced global partnerships with Playtomic, the leading racket sports booking platform, and Premier Padel, the professional tour thatโs shaping the sportโs future. Together, these initiatives reinforce Heinekenยฎ 0.0โs ambition to connect players on and off the court, creating more opportunities for sociable, refreshing moments.
Nabil Nasser, Global Head of Heineken, said: โSociability is at the heart of Heinekenยฎ 0.0, and padel is a sport that thrives on connections with players coming together both on and off the court. This collaboration between Heinekenยฎ 0.0 and LรK is the perfect representation of that shared spirit. By creating a racket that blends performance with a playful twist, weโre making it easier for players to seamlessly celebrate on court connections and post-match moments through a fresh and fun contribution to the game.โ
Jose Luis Sicre, CEO at LรK, said: โOur newest collection, Generation Two, strengthens our presence as a specialist padel brand worldwide. By creating a Special Heinekenยฎ 0.0 edition of the LรK Jungle (known for its anti-vibration bridge that also functions as a bottle opener), we are combining our expertise in performance design with Heinekenยฎ 0.0โs commitment to sociability, delivering a special edition racket that not only performs on court but also enhances the moments that matter most โ the ones shared after the game.โ
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About HEINEKEN
HEINEKEN is the world's most international brewer. It is the leading developer and marketer of premium beer and cider brands. Led by the Heinekenยฎ brand, the Group has a portfolio of more than 300 international, regional, local and specialty beers and ciders. We are committed to innovation, long-term brand investment, disciplined sales execution and focused cost management. Through "Brewing a Better World", sustainability is embedded in the business. HEINEKEN has a well-balanced geographic footprint with leadership positions in both developed and developing markets. We employ over 85,000 employees and operate breweries, malteries, cider plants and other production facilities in more than 70 countries. Heinekenยฎ N.V. and Heinekenยฎ Holding N.V. shares trade on the Euronext in Amsterdam. Prices for the ordinary shares may be accessed on Bloomberg under the symbols HEIA NA and HEIO NA and on Reuters under HEIN.AS and HEIO.AS. HEINEKEN has two sponsored level 1 American Depositary Receipt (ADR) programmes: Heinekenยฎ N.V. (OTCQX: HEINY) and Heinekenยฎ Holding N.V. (OTCQX: HKHHY)
About LรK
LรK is a padel-specialized brand that brings together design, innovation, and attitude to redefine the way padel is experienced. Since its launch, it has embraced an inclusive, contemporary vision with the purpose of breaking the rules of padel, combining technology with a distinctive style to offer a complete experience both on and off the court. With Generation Two, LรK takes another step forward in its commitment to quality, authenticity, and the freedom to play without labels.
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