Look how Emirates is taking tennis to cruising altitude with Grand Slam jet

Dubai: Emirates has unveiled a special new Airbus A380 design celebrating its long‑standing association with world tennis. The livery, inspired by the four Grand Slam tournaments, brings the sport’s colour and energy to the skies as the Dubai airline strengthens its global brand through sports partnerships.

The aircraft features each Grand Slam’s logo, framed within a tennis-ball motif, layered in the signature hues of the individual tournaments: the Australian Open’s summer blue, Roland‑Garros’ red‑clay tones, Wimbledon’s trademark green and purple, and the US Open’s bold mix of yellow and blue. The first flight featuring the new livery landed in Melbourne to mark the opening of this year’s Australian Open.

The Grand Slam‑themed jet reflects Emirates’ sponsorship of the Australian Open, Roland‑Garros, Wimbledon and the US Open. The airline’s partnership portfolio spans both the ATP and WTA tours, including the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships, one of the region’s most prestigious sporting events. The new design serves as a visual tribute to Emirates’ enduring connection to tennis and its core values of sportsmanship and resilience.

Aviation enthusiasts can expect to spot the newly liveried A380 operating on key international routes, including Houston and Sao Paulo, spreading the theme of global sportsmanship along the way. The airline noted that the livery will remain part of its fleet for the next few years, highlighting its ongoing investment in global sports culture.

Emirates' global sponsorship network now spans several major sports and cultural partnerships, linking fans across continents. Beyond tennis, its commitments extend to horse racing through the Dubai World Cup and Team Godolphin, golf via the DP World Tour, and cricket across all major ICC events.

The airline also sponsors elite football clubs such as Arsenal, Real Madrid, AC Milan, and FC Bayern Munich, while continuing its nearly decade‑long title partnership of The FA Cup. In the UAE, Emirates supports the Pro League and remains present on Al Ain FC’s training kit this season.