Emirates has announced a landmark partnership with the world’s No. 1 tennis player, Aryna Sabalenka, who becomes the airline’s first tennis ambassador, a press release said.
The milestone builds on Emirates’ longstanding commitment to tennis as the Official Airline of all four Grand Slams worldwide. To mark the occasion, Sabalenka unveiled an Emirates A380 aircraft adorned with a special tennis-inspired livery celebrating its sponsorship of the Australian Open, Roland Garros, Wimbledon and US Open.
Dubai serving as a hub for Sabalenka’s training and preparation over the years, positions her as a natural fit for Emirates.
The 27-year-old Sabalenka is now a four-time Grand Slam champion after claiming a second US Open in September last year. Sabalenka, who won back-to-back Australian Open titles in 2023 and 2024, before finishing as runner-up at AO25, has also been crowned the WTA Tour Player of the Year for the past two seasons.
Sabalenka said the partnership reflects a shared focus on precision and ambition, while Emirates praised her as a global icon whose excellence and professionalism mirror the airline’s values.
Emirates’ extensive portfolio of global sports and cultural partnerships connects millions of people through shared passions and world-class experiences. The airline’s tennis portfolio includes some of the highest profile events on the ATP and WTA tours, including the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships as well as all four Grand Slams.
