Emirates takes flight as official airline of Wimbledon
Emirates has unveiled a special A380 aircraft adorned with the iconic Wimbledon logo, flanked by two dynamic sporting silhouettes
Dubai, UAE - Emirates Airlines has become the official airline of Wimbledon, the world's oldest tennis tournament. This exciting partnership, kicking off from July 1st to 14th at the All England Lawn Tennis Club, promises a grand slam experience both on and off the court.
With 133 weekly flights across seven UK gateways, Emirates offers exceptional connectivity to experience the thrill of Wimbledon and explore the beauty of Britain. The airline will also be resuming its highly anticipated daily A350 service to Edinburgh starting from November 4th, 2024.
Marking its debut in style, Emirates has unveiled a special A380 aircraft adorned with the iconic Wimbledon logo, flanked by two dynamic sporting silhouettes. This symbolic plane will take to the skies on July 1st, heading to London Heathrow and carrying the excitement of the tournament across its scheduled services to major cities like Manchester, Washington D.C., Paris, and New York.
Hospitality at Wimbledon
Throughout the tournament, Emirates will be a gracious host, showcasing its award-winning hospitality at its dedicated "Emirates Experience" stand within the All England Club's Grounds. Here, fans of all ages can participate in interactive activities and enter exclusive giveaways, with a chance to win a dream vacation to Dubai with Emirates Holidays.
Get active with Roblox
Calling all future champions! Younger fans can join the fun in Roblox's "Wimbleworld," featuring specially designed Emirates-branded tennis courts and obstacle courses, where they can hone their skills and celebrate the spirit of the game.
A Taste of Wimbledon at 40,000 Feet
Emirates is bringing the flavors of Wimbledon directly to your flight. Passengers traveling to and from the UK in July can indulge in a delightful "taste of The Championships" onboard. Economy and Premium Economy Class passengers will be treated to a selection of creamy desserts, while First and Business Class passengers can savor fresh strawberries and cream alongside delicious pastries and cupcakes adorned with the iconic Wimbledon logo.
To further elevate the experience, the airline will be serving refreshing Pimm's cocktails in the A380 Onboard Lounge, along with branded beverage coasters and headrests throughout the cabins.
As a special keepsake, First Class passengers traveling from Dubai to the UK will receive a limited-edition Emirates-branded Wimbledon towel, produced by Christy, the official towel supplier of the tournament.
Never miss a match
Live Wimbledon matches will be screened in dedicated Emirates Lounges in Dubai and the UK, while the airline's inflight entertainment system, "Ice," will broadcast matches on Sport 24 and Sport 24 Extra channels. Passengers can also catch up on last year's highlights with the official Wimbledon film or delve into other tennis documentaries like "Gods of Tennis" and "Novak Unmasked."
Emirates: A Champion of Tennis
This partnership marks another victory for Emirates, solidifying its position as a global leader in sports sponsorships. The airline is already the Official Airline and Premier Partner of the ATP World Tour, with its tennis portfolio encompassing all four Grand Slams and over 60 tournaments throughout the year.
Additionally, Emirates boasts established partnerships with prominent UK sporting institutions like Arsenal FC, the Emirates FA Cup, Lancashire Cricket Club, Emirates Old Trafford, and the Emirates Great Britain SailGP Team.