Thursday, August 15, 2024 For the sixth year running, IHG Hotels & Resorts is proudly partnering with the US Open Tennis Championships, continuing its role as the official hotel partner and loyalty program. This year, IHG is spotlighting a playful and ongoing debate in the tennis world: is a tennis ball green or yellow? Introducing the ‘IHG Rally Room’: A Tennis Ball Color Conundrum The internet has long been divided over the true color of a tennis ball, with even tennis legends offering differing opinions. The question persists among Americans: is it green or yellow? To get to the bottom of this debate, IHG Hotels & Resorts surveyed tennis fans across the nation and found that opinions are nearly evenly split—56% say the ball is yellow, while 44% argue it’s green.
Embracing this fun divide, IHG has launched the ‘IHG Rally Room,’ a tennis-ball-themed suite that celebrates both perspectives. This unique suite, available at Kimpton Hotel Eventi in New York City and Hotel Indigo Atlanta Downtown, is split down the middle by a tennis court centerline. One half of the room is decked out in vibrant green décor, while the other half features bold yellow accents.
Whether guests see the ball as green or yellow, IHG ensures a welcoming experience on both sides of the debate. Connor Smith, VP of Masterbrand & Partnerships at IHG Hotels & Resorts, said: “Whether a tennis ball is green or yellow is up to our guests to decide. We love how the ‘IHG Rally Room’ taps into .