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Emirates serves up Grand Slam experiences at Wimbledon 2025

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Hold onto your hats, tennis fans, because Wimbledon is officially in full swing!

From 30 June to 13 July, the hallowed grounds of The All England Lawn Tennis Club will be abuzz, and our friends at Emirates are back as the Official Airline Partner, ready to serve up some seriously “fly better” experiences – both in the clouds and on the court. YAY!

Emirates branding detail as Carlos Alcaraz (ESP) serves against Frances Tiafoe (USA) in the third round of the Gentlemen’s Singles on Centre Court at The Championships 2024. Held at The All England Lawn Tennis Club, Wimbledon. Day 5 Friday 05/07/2024. Credit: AELTC/Jonathan Nackstrand.

Emirates is kicking off a seriously epic summer of sport by transforming their flights between Dubai and the UK into Wimbledon-themed havens. Think bespoke menus, branded beverage coasters, and even headrests getting a sporty makeover across every cabin. And if you’re lucky enough to be on the ground at the event, you could even win a holiday to Dubai just by visiting their interactive booth. Is that a grand slam or what?

Serving aces at 40,000 Feet

Now let’s look forward to a tastebud triumph at cruising altitude, shall we? So if you’re flying Emirates, then you’re in for a treat

Wimbledon sweet treats. Image courtesy of Emirates
  • A380 onboard lounge: Sip on specially curated Pimm’s cocktails or refreshing strawberry mocktails, all while indulging in classic strawberries and cream for dessert.
  • Economy and Premium Economy: Until 13 July, passengers flying between the UK and Dubai can dive into some sweet treats like cream cheese mousse with strawberry compote and hazelnut streusel, strawberry tarts, strawberry panna cotta, and even strawberry cheesecake. A sweet victory indeed.
  • First and Business Class: Look forward to an elevated dining experience with panko-crusted lamb cutlets and elegant desserts including honey cake with strawberry compote, handcrafted pastries, and even lemon strawberry cupcakes topped with the iconic Championships logo.
  • First Class VIP treatment: As an extra special touch, First Class passengers will receive exclusive Emirates-branded Wimbledon 2025 seasonal towels, crafted by Christy – the official towel supplier of The Championships. Now, that’s a souvenir worth serving for!
  • Dubai lounge luxuries: Before taking off, premium travellers in the First Class Lounge in Dubai can indulge in some refreshing Sipsmith cocktails, classic fish and chips, and strawberry profiteroles.

On-court action, wherever you are

Emirates has you covered so you don’t miss a single serve!

  • Lounge lounging: Catch every thrilling moment of the matches in Emirates Lounges across Dubai and the UK.
  • In-flight entertainment: Even at cruising altitude, you can stay connected to the action with Sport 24 and Sport 24 Extra on the airline’s award-winning ice entertainment system.
  • Tennis on-demand: Fancy a deep dive into tennis history? Enjoy over 40 sports programs, including tennis movies like ‘The Racket,’ ‘Gods of Tennis,’ and even Wimbledon’s official film, reliving all the excitement from 2024.

“Fly Better” experiences beyond the clouds

Emirates wants travellers to know they are not just about the flight; they are bringing their A-game to the grounds of Wimbledon:

  • Award-winning hospitality: Expect nothing less than exquisite meals and the finest beverages, including First Class wines like Château Mouton Rotschild 2003, and Chevalier-Montrachet Grand Cru Bouchard Père & Fils 2013, alongside other premium offerings like Cloudy Bay and Sauvignon Blanc Chateau D’Esclans’ Rock Angel.
  • The “Emirates Experience” stand: This popular interactive booth is back! Get ready for fun experiences, exclusive giveaways, and yes, another chance to win that dreamy Dubai getaway with Emirates Holidays.
  • Future stars: Young tennis enthusiasts can even explore Emirates-branded tennis courts and participate in the Emirates Cup to earn free items in Wimbleworld on Roblox. How cool is that?

Emirates: A UK sporting powerhouse

Apart from Wimbledon, Emirates is partners with other brands in the UK’s sporting scene:

  • Tennis Titans: They’re the Official Airline and Premier Partner of the ATP Tour, sponsoring all four Grand Slams and 60 other tournaments worldwide.
  • Championing Nature: This year, Emirates and The All England Lawn Tennis Club announced a multi-million-pound investment in ‘Championing Nature’ – an incredible program aimed at connecting urban communities with nature. They’re partnering with four Wildlife Trusts across the UK, funding bespoke projects to help more children and families engage with the natural world.
  • Beyond Tennis: Emirates is also a proud partner of Arsenal FC, the Emirates FA Cup, Lancashire Cricket Club, Emirates Great Britain Sail Grand Prix | Portsmouth, Emirates Old Trafford, and the Emirates Great Britain SailGP Team.

With 133 weekly flights to the UK, including multiple daily A380 services to major cities like London Heathrow, Manchester, and Glasgow, Emirates is also well connected to more than 140 destinations across Asia, the Indian Ocean, the Middle East, Africa, and Australasia.

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