Former NBA champion Tony Parker, known for his speed on the basketball court, decided to shift to a slower-paced life after retiring in 2019. He turned to Turkish shipyard AvA Yachts to build his first yacht, the 35-meter explorer named Infinity Nine. Growing up around the sea, Parker had a strong connection to water-related activities, including diving and sailing. The yacht’s design and exploration capabilities were vital to him, with a desire to cruise the polar regions and transatlantic travel in mind.
Infinity Nine was also designed with chartering in mind, featuring a unique cabin configuration with two owner’s suites. Parker values the importance of a dedicated crew in a successful charter operation and personally selected his captain and chief stewardess. The yacht offers various amenities, including a sundeck with a spa pool and a DJ station, as well as an extended swim platform. Tony Parker kept a low profile about his ownership of Infinity Nine, focusing on creating a child-friendly and calming interior. Additionally, he incorporated some adrenaline-enhancing features, such as a dive platform on the upper deck. Overall, Parker’s transition to yacht ownership has proven successful, as the yacht is fully booked for the summer, despite minimal promotion efforts.
Read more on the Boat International article here.
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