Emirates has unveiled a new Airbus A380 livery celebrating its enduring commitment to tennis through its sponsorship of all four Grand Slam tournaments. Emirates sponsors the Australian Open, Roland-Garros, Wimbledon and US Open.
The livery showcases each Grand Slam logo framed within a tennis ball emblem and rendered in the tournaments’ signature colours. The Australian Open’s summer blue, Roland-Garros’ bold red-clay, Wimbledon’s signature green and purple, and the US Open’s striking yellow and blue combination are all represented in the design.
Aviation enthusiasts and tennis fans can look forward to catching a glimpse of this aircraft as it graces the skies to cities like Houston and Sao Paulo. The livery will remain in Emirates’ fleet for the coming years, with the first flight sporting this unique design having landed in Melbourne, Australia to mark the start of this year’s first Grand Slam tournament, the Australian Open, that takes place from 12 January to 1 February.
Aryna Sabalenka appointed as the airline’s first tennis ambassador
Emirates has also announced a landmark partnership with the world’s No. 1 tennis player, Aryna Sabalenka, who becomes the airline’s first tennis ambassador.
To mark the occasion, Sabalenka unveiled an Emirates A380 aircraft adorned with a special tennis-inspired livery celebrating its sponsorship of the four Grand Slams. Dubai has served as a hub for Sabalenka’s training and preparation over the years, thus positioning her as a natural fit for Emirates.
The partnership caps a dominant period for the 27-year-old, who 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 in 2025, has also been crowned the WTA Tour Player of the Year for the past two seasons.
A multi-faceted sponsorship portfolio
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 most high-profile events on the ATP and WTA Tours, including the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships as well as all four Grand Slams.
Beyond tennis, Emirates’ commitment to connecting fans across the globe through shared sporting moments spans from horse racing through golf, sailing, cricket, basketball and football. Emirates’ iconic “fly better” branding appears on the jerseys of leading football clubs including Arsenal FC, Real Madrid CF, AC Milan, S.L. Benfica, and Olympique Lyonnais. Emirates also serves as Platinum Partner to FC Bayern Munich’s first team.
Learn more about Emirates expansive sponsorship portfolio here.
