IHG Hotels & Resorts returns to the US Open Tennis Championships for the sixth consecutive year as the official hotel partner, sparking a lively debate about the color of a tennis ball—green or yellow? To mark the occasion, IHG has launched the ‘IHG Rally Room,’ a tennis-themed suite that embodies this playful controversy, just in time for the 2024 US Open.
The debate over the color of a tennis ball has divided fans for years, with 56% of Americans believing it’s yellow and 44% insisting it’s green. IHG has embraced this discussion by creating the ‘IHG Rally Room,’ an exclusive suite available at Kimpton Hotel Eventi in New York City and Hotel Indigo Atlanta Downtown.
The suite is divided down the middle by a tennis court line, with one half decorated in bright green and the other in vivid yellow, allowing guests to experience the debate firsthand.
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Connor Smith, VP of Masterbrand & Partnerships at IHG Hotels & Resorts, remarked, “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 of the suite features dynamic green décor, including a tennis ball-filled lamp, a plush green rug, and stylish green accessories. On the yellow side, guests will find vibrant yellow touches, from a cozy yellow rug to retro accents like a classic yellow telephone. The suite is available for booking from August 26 for two-night stays throughout the US Open.
In addition to the suite, IHG is hosting the exclusive Grand Slam Social® event on August 21 at Kimpton Hotel Eventi in NYC, headlined by DJ and producer Mark Ronson. The event will showcase IHG’s luxury and lifestyle brands and feature a pop-up installation of the ‘IHG Rally Room.’
At the US Open, IHG offers a relaxing retreat with its Racquet Bar, located on the terrace outside Arthur Ashe Stadium. Open from August 22 through September 8, this VIP spot serves specialty cocktails and curated wines. IHG One Rewards members can also enjoy exclusive experiences, including behind-the-scenes tours and post-match conferences, by redeeming points through the IHG One Rewards Access platform.
The 2024 US Open Tennis Championships will take place from August 19 to September 8 at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Flushing, New York.
Source: IHG Hotels & Resorts Introduces the ‘IHG Rally Room’ Inspired by the Iconic Tennis Ball Color
