Ralph Lauren Named as Official Outfitter of the Australian Open
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SYDNEY, Nov. 17, 2020 /PRNewswire=KYODO JBN/ --
The Australian Open and Ralph Lauren Corporation today announced a new, global
long-term partnership. Ralph Lauren has been named Official Outfitter of the
Australian Open and will outfit all on-court officials, including the AO ballkids and
chair umpires, in a specially-designed collection of apparel and accessories.
"We are delighted to welcome Ralph Lauren to the Australian Open family and
proud to partner with this prestigious global brand who have a role in some of
the world's biggest sporting events," Australian Open Tournament Director Craig
Tiley said. "The Ralph Lauren style and sophistication will bring a fresh new
look to the Australian Open and the uniform designs reflect the contemporary,
playful and premium AO brand. Our shared commitment to excellence, innovation
and creativity, along with a deep connection to history and tradition, form the
base of this exciting new long-term partnership."
"For over 50 years, the Polo brand has embodied a spirit of sporty elegance and
we are thrilled to partner with the Australian Open, adding this iconic event
to Ralph Lauren's incredible portfolio of sports partnerships. The Australian
Open is well known for its energy and personality and is a natural alignment
for our brand as we continue our commitment to the world of sports and reaching
consumers through their areas of passion," Ralph Lauren Chief Innovation and
Branding Officer and Vice Chairman of the Board, David Lauren said.
The Ralph Lauren Australian Open uniforms are inspired by the fresh energy and
playful spirit of the tournament. Supporting the Company's commitment to
sustainability, the fabric making up items in the uniform – the Polo shirt,
short, skort and cap – will be made from yarn derived from recycled plastic
bottles. The fabric will also have functional performance features, like stretch,
moisture-wicking properties and UV protection, all constructed for active play.
For the duration of the tournament, Polo Ralph Lauren's on-site store will
feature the custom Create-Your-Own program for the first time in Australia,
alongside an assortment of classic Polo icons. Customers will be able to
personalize an array of products with their name or initials including Polo
Shirts, pullovers and totes.
The partnership will kick off at AO 2021 and supports Ralph Lauren's strategy
to deliver sustainable growth and value creation - specifically supporting its
priority to win over a new generation through high impact global events. The
Australian Open's 2020 global viewing audience reached 900 million homes daily
across more than 215 territories, also aligning with the Company's objective of
exposure in key markets including Australia and Southeast Asia.
This is the third Grand Slam tournament in the Ralph Lauren portfolio,
alongside Wimbledon and the US Open. Other prestigious sporting partnerships
for the brand include the US Olympic and Paralympic teams, the PGA of America
and the PGA Championship, the US Ryder Cup Team, the US Open Golf Championship
and American Junior Golf Association.
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ABOUT RALPH LAUREN CORPORATION
Ralph Lauren Corporation (NYSE:RL) is a global leader in the design, marketing
and distribution of premium lifestyle products in five categories: apparel,
footwear & accessories, home, fragrance and hospitality. For more than 50
years, Ralph Lauren's reputation and distinctive image have been consistently
developed across an expanding number of products, brands and international
markets. The Company's brand names, which include Ralph Lauren, Ralph Lauren
Collection, Ralph Lauren Purple Label, Polo Ralph Lauren, Double RL, Lauren
Ralph Lauren, Polo Ralph Lauren Children, Chaps and Club Monaco, among others,
constitute one of the world's most widely recognized families of consumer
brands. For more information, go to https://corporate.ralphlauren.com .
CONTACT
Japan
Sachie Kim
Sachie.kim@ralphlauren.com
South Korea
Kaitlin Kim
Kaitlin.Kim@RalphLauren.com
Greater China
Frank Yang
Frank.Yang@RalphLauren.com
Singapore
Vicky Tam
Vicky.Tam@ralphlauren.com
Australia
Ingrid Lovett
Communications Director, MAXMEDIALAB
ilovett@maxmedialab.com.au
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