Anshuman JoshiThis article contains information regarding the organisations enjoying a strong branding presence across the physical and digital assets of the 2022 edition of the US Open — one of the four flagship Grand Slam tennis events held annually.
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American Express
New York-headquartered American multinational financial services corporation American Express (or Amex) has been a partner of the US Open since 1994, providing its card members unique fan experiences opportunities as exclusive benefits as part of the partnership.
Chase
The Manhattan, New York City-based American national bank (subsidiary of JPMorgan Chase) is a partner of the US Open for four decades and the presenting sponsor of the Men’s Singles Championship for nearly five years. The partnership entails unique co-branded fan experiences, including sponsored lounges and tournament-dedicated mobile apps to name a few.
Chase is also a partner of the USTA (United States Tennis Association) Foundation and supports its various projects, including the National Junior Tennis and Learning chapters in underserved communities across the US.
Emirates
The UAE’s flag carrier airline has been the official airline of the US Open since February 2012. Apart from branding rights, the deal sees Emirates offer exclusive experience opportunities to its customers, including travel packages and co-branded content.
J.P. Morgan
The New York-based American multinational investment bank and financial services holding company has been a sponsor of the US Open since 1982 and that of the Women’s Singles Championship since 1996.
Also a partner of the USTA Foundation, J.P. Morgan has been supporting the foundation’s National Junior Tennis and Learning chapters in underserved communities across the country for nearly eight years.
Explore Asheville
Explore Asheville is an online platform promoting the North Carolina city of Asheville, offering a catalogue of places to check out while also offering lodging assistance.
In August 2022, Explore Asheville was announced as the official tourism partner of the 2022 edition of the US Open, replacing Bermuda Tourism Authority.
Cadillac
As per the deal, as part of the branding rights, Cadillac receives on-site branding presence to showcase its first-ever all-electric vehicle, the Cadillac LYRIQ, as well as a 3,000-square-foot space for “the Cadillac ELECTRIQ Theater”, showcasing the company’s aim for an all-electric future. Cadillac also supplies a fleet of its vehicles to transport players throughout the tournament.
Chubb
The Zürich, Switzerland-headquartered property and casualty insurance provider is the official insurance sponsor of the US Open since August 2020 as part of a multi-year agreement.
Deloitte
The London-based multinational professional services network is the Official Professional Services Sponsor of the US Open since January 2017 as well as the presenting sponsor of both the US Open Wheelchair Competition and the USTA Foundation NJTL Essay Contest.
Evian
The Évian-les-Bains-sourced mineral water brand is an official partner of the US Open for over three decades. Apart from branding rights, the deal sees Evian’s products feature throughout the tournament, with the two parties also engaging in creating co-branded digital content.
IBM
The Armonk, New York-headquartered multinational technology corporation has been a partner of the US Open for 30 years, currently serving as its Official Cloud and AI partner. Apart from branding rights, the deal sees the two parties work on co-branded digital experiences. IBM’s latest offerings include stats, analyses and apps driven by Artificial Intelligence and Augmented Reality solutions.
IHG Hotels & Resorts
The Denham, Buckinghamshire-based British hospitality company is the Official Hotel and Hotel Loyalty Partner of the US Open since April 2019. Apart from branding rights, the deal sees the two parties work on on-site experiences opportunities.
La Roche-Posay
The L’Oréal-owned French dermatology division based in Levallois-Perret became the first-ever official sunscreen partner of the US Open in August 2022.
Apart from branding rights, the deal sees La Roche-Posay have a “sun safety education booth” in the South Plaza of the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center as well as two product-sampling kiosks. Its products are sold in the US Open Collection stores and also provided to players. The partnership also entails a sweepstakes via which the fans stand a chance to win four free courtside tickets to attend the 2022 US Open’s women’s semifinals on September 8, 2022.
Moderna
Massachusetts-headquartered American pharmaceutical and biotech company was announced as an official sponsor of the 2022 US Open in August 2022. Moderna aims to use the partnership to raise awareness around mRNA technology ahead of its latest COVID booster campaign in the US.
Polo Ralph Lauren
The New York-based fashion company has been the Official Outfitter of the US Open since 2005, providing uniforms for all on-court staff personnel throughout the tournament.
Rolex
The Geneva-headquartered Swiss luxury watch manufacturer has been the official timekeeper and official timepiece of the US Open since July 2018. The deal sees Rolex’s timepieces and clocks feature on site throughout the tournament.
BODYARMOR
Partially-owned by The Coca-Cola Company, American sports drink brand BODYARMOR is an official partner of the US Open since August 2020. The deal sees BODYARMOR LYTE, the brand’s low-calorie sports drink, serve as the Official Sports Drink to the US Open. BODYARMOR’s products are made available to players throughout the course of the tournament.
Grey Goose
With the 2021 iteration of the US Open, the French vodka brand marked the fifteenth year as a promotional partner of the tournament. The partnership sees Grey Goose’s products, including limited-edition US Open-themed bottles, made available throughout the tournament.
Heineken
The Dutch brewery has maintained a fruitful long-term relationship with the US Open. The current partnership between the two, while featuring the usual co-branded initiatives, also focuses on the promotion of Heineken’s non-alcoholic offering, Heineken 0.0.
Lavazza
The Turin-based Italian coffee products manufacturer has been an official promotional partner and the exclusive coffee of the US Open since February 2015. The deal sees Lavazza’s products made available on site throughout the tournament.
Mount Sinai Health System
With the 2022 edition of the US Open, the New York-based hospital network serves as the official hospital and medical services provider to the tournament for a tenth consecutive year. Mount Sinai’s medical experts work with the USTA to develop policies around injury prevention as well as conduct educational programmes to promote tennis and its health benefits.
Ticketmaster
The Beverly Hills, California-based American ticket sales and distribution company serves as the Official Ticketing Partner to the US Open. Not only Ticketmaster allows fans to pick their own seat, it also allows them to sell their tickets—if need be—via the only Official Ticketing Marketplace of the US Open.
Tiffany & Co.
The New York-headquartered American luxury jewellery and specialty retailer is an official supplier of the 2022 US Open and the maker of the official US Open Championships trophies.
Wilson
Wilson’s is the Official Ball of the 2022 US Open. The Chicago-based sports equipment manufacturer has been supplying tennis balls to the tournament for over four decades.
