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August 29, 2023,
It is that time of year.
It only happens once a year and we are so grateful that it does.
The US Open Tennis Championships, commonly called the US Open, is a hardcourt tennis tournament held annually in Queens, New York.
It is one of, and in our opinion, the most important of the four major tennis Grand Slams.
We have faithfully been watching for over 30 years in a row.
There are some people, that we travel the pathway of life with, for a long time.
When you think about it, the company we keep, the friends we have, the relationships we are in, says a lot about who we are.
Hopefully that is a good thing.
If you are The US Open Tennis Tournament, that is a great thing.
Look at some of their long-term friends and sponsors.
American Express, Chase, Emirates, J.P. Morgan, Cadillac, Chubb, Deloitte, Rolex, Moderna, Polo, Evian, Grey Goose, Tiffany and Company, Laroche Posay, Tickemaster and Wilson
Let’s meet two of them up close.
Visiting the US Open website usopen.org, they share, “J.P. Morgan has been a proud sponsor of the US Open Tennis Championships since 1982, and the Women’s Singles Championship since 1996. The partnership with the USTA has provided J.P. Morgan the opportunity to support the very best in tennis while also demonstrating the firm’s commitment to hard work, excellence and the competitive spirit. In partnership with the USTA Foundation, for the tenth consecutive year the firm is supporting National Junior Tennis and Learning chapters in underserved communities across the United States through a $325,000 donation. J.P. Morgan strives to provide clients worldwide with the highest quality of service, and the US Open and USTA Foundation share that same commitment to excellence.”
Sounds exceptional.
What a great friend.
The players have their friends and sponsors too.
Especially the top female tennis player.
The informative team at business-standard.com posted, “Infosys announced on Friday that it has entered into a multi-year partnership with women’s tennis World No. 1 Iga Świątek, making her its global brand ambassador to promote Digital Innovation and inspire women worldwide. The collaboration with Świątek will involve Infosys working closely with her team to build an advanced data analytics and video dashboard.”
Very impressive. We would love to have them for a friend.
If you are young, this is an extremely important life lesson regarding long-term friends.
They bring good things into your life. Not questionable or bad.
Let’s take another look at another very close friend of the US Open.
August 27, 2023,
WILSON SPORTING GOODS CELEBRATES 45TH ANNIVERSARY OF US OPEN PARTNERSHIP WITH EXCLUSIVE PRODUCT AND EXPERIENCES
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24 Aug, 2023, 09:58 ET
CHICAGO, Aug. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Wilson Sporting Goods Co. today announces its programming around the US Open, including exclusive product drops, athlete appearances, local givebacks and more.
“With so many notable relationships across the sports landscape, Wilson is truly the ball for all regardless of sport,” says Jason Collins, Global General Manager of Wilson Racquet Sports. “One of Wilson’s most iconic official ball partnerships is with the US Open. We are so proud of our 45 years in Flushing Meadows and look forward to continuing this great tradition in 2023.”
During New York’s marquee tennis event, the leading racquet sports brand will offer a wide range of new products in-store, online and at its pop-up on the grounds at the US Open. Wilson will offer its latest US Open collection of rackets and accessories, as well as “Noir,” a limited-edition drop inspired by the classic black and white Film Noir era – available in Blade V8, Pro Staff V14, Ultra V4 and Clash V2.
In apparel, Wilson’s latest sportswear drop will feature on-and-off the court looks for men and women, in colorways inspired by the best of NYC tennis – tennis ball yellow, classic navy and field green. Wilson will also have an exclusive assortment of commemorative US Open graphic tees, and a limited-edition Billie Jean King tee, celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Battle of the Sexes and equal prize money.
Top styles from the latest sportswear drop include:
| Men’s Items: | Women’s Items: |
| Everyday Performance T-Shirt | Unmatched Tennis Dress |
| Tournament Short | Skirty Short |
| All Day Tennis Short | Ace Seamless Bra Top |
| Millenium Crewneck | Midtown Tennis Dress |
“It’s been an amazing experience working with the Wilson team to influence the designs of my gear from head-to-toe, for each match,” says Marta Kostyuk. “I can’t wait to take the court in New York, with my new, favorite ‘tennis ball’ yellow dress that is hard to miss!”
The brand’s vision to create a better world through sport will also be paramount during the US Open. Wilson will take part in US Open Fan Week, gifting 10,000 junior rackets to local youth throughout the week and during Arthur Ashe Kids Day on Sat., Aug. 26. Wilson’s programming will also include an elevated experience for 50 under-served children, featuring a tennis clinic with Madison Keys and a variety of youth-focused activities around the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center.
Sports fans can join in Wilson’s celebration by participating in its “Win with Wilson” social activation. Participants can Play and Hunt for opportunities to win tickets, products and more around NYC in the days leading up to the main draw. For more information and official rules, please visit Wilson.com and follow @WilsonTennis and @Wilson on social.
About Wilson
Chicago, USA-based Wilson Sporting Goods Co., part of Amer Sports Group, is the world’s leading manufacturer of high-performance sports equipment, apparel, footwear and accessories. The Company brings more than a century of innovation, history and heritage across many sports including Racquet Sports, Baseball, Softball, Football, Basketball, Volleyball, Soccer and Golf.
In Racquet Sports, Wilson is a global leader in tennis, padel, racquetball, badminton and pickleball. The brand also offers Wilson Sportswear inclusive of lifestyle and performance apparel for all to live like an athlete. Leveraging player insights to create products that push equipment and apparel innovation into new territories, Wilson empowers athletes at every level to perform at their best. Visit www.wilson.com for more information.
About Amer Sports Group
Amer Sports is a global group of sports and outdoor brands including Arc’teryx, Salomon, Wilson, Peak Performance, Atomic, and more. Loved and trusted by millions, our brands empower people from courts to slopes, from cities to mountains, and everywhere in between. With more than 10,000 employees globally, Amer Sports exists to elevate the world through sport and to inspire people to lead better, healthier lives. For more information, visit www.amersports.com.
SOURCE Wilson Sporting Goods
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