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 this fun conversation at a time when all eyes are on tennis during the US Open, where IHG is a proud, longstanding partner.
” The Green Side Highlights: The suite is now available for bookings, starting today, for stays beginning on August 26, with a maximum of two-night stays throughout the US Open main draw. Grand Slam Social® with Mark Ronson Headlined by an electrifying DJ set from the acclaimed DJ, producer, and songwriter Mark Ronson, IHG Hotels & Resorts’ Grand Slam Social event at Kimpton Hotel Eventi in New York City is set to be an unforgettable night. This exclusive, invite-only event on August 21 will feature lush greenery walls, an elegant country club-style cocktail bar, lounge seating, and a pop-up installation of the ‘IHG Rally Room,’ where guests can choose which side of the room they’d sleep on.
The event is a vibrant showcase of IHG’s expanding luxury and lifestyle brand portfolio, highlighting its impressive collection of 19 brands and over 6,000 global destinations. US Open On-Site Experiences During the US Open, event attendees can unwind between matches at the IHG Hotels & Resorts Racquet Bar, located on the terrace outside Arthur Ashe Stadium. This shaded outdoor oasis offers VIP treatment with specialty cocktails and a curated wine-by-the-glass menu, available from August 22 through September 8.
IHG One Rewards loyalty members are also offered exclusive experiences at the US Open that are not available to the general public. These unique opportunities include behind-the-scenes tours, access to post-match conferences, and more.Loyalty members can elevate their experiences to VIP status with IHG’s sports partners year-round by bidding on exclusive offers through IHG One Rewards Access.
The 2024 US Open Tennis Championships will take place from August 19 through September 8 at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Flushing, New York..
