Emirates to sponsor Rogers Cup in Canada

Toronto: In conjunction with Tennis Canada, Emirates Airline, one of the world's fastest growing airlines, has announced that it has become a platinum sponsor of the Rogers Cup, Canada's leading tennis tournament taking place at the Rexall Centre in Toronto from August 11-19.

Leading up to the launch of the airline's first direct service from Toronto to Dubai, the sponsorship links Emirates to one of Canada's long-standing sports traditions.

The Rogers Cup is one of 10 Tier 1 tournaments on the WTA Tour. The best women tennis players in the world have been competing in Canada since 1892: only Wimbledon and the US Open have longer histories.

"This is one of the premier women's tennis events in the world and we're pleased to be a part of it," said Mike Simon, Emirates Divisional Senior Vice President, Corporate Communications.

"Sport is also an important part of our commitment to the communities we serve. To this end, we are speaking to Tennis Canada about supporting women's tennis at a local level and hope to find a way to become involved."

"We're proud that one of the most prestigious airlines in the world has chosen Tennis Canada as their first sports partner in Canada," said Greg Wood, Vice-President, Corporate Sponsorship, Tennis Canada.