Ralph Lauren and The All England Lawn Tennis Club Announce Historic Multi-Year Extension of The Championships, Wimbledon Partnership, Continuing One of the Most Iconic Relationships in Global Sport
JUNE 15, 2026 — New York & London — Ralph Lauren Corporation (NYSE: RL) and The All England Lawn Tennis Club are pleased to announce a historic multi-year extension of their longstanding partnership. The agreement sees Ralph Lauren enter its third decade as an Official Partner of The Championships, Wimbledon, and notably is the first and only designer in Wimbledon’s 149-year history to hold the distinction of Official Outfitter.
“We are delighted to extend our longstanding partnership with Ralph Lauren,” commented Deborah Jevans CBE, Chair of the All England Club. “In 2006, Ralph Lauren became the first designer in Wimbledon’s history entrusted to create the uniforms for our on-court officials. In the two decades since, founded on our shared commitment to tradition and innovation, our partnership has gone from strength to strength. As we enter our third decade together, we look forward to continuing to shape the style of The Championships with Ralph Lauren.”
As the world’s most watched Grand Slam tournament, The Championships, Wimbledon occupies a singular place in both sport and culture, distinguished by an enduring spirit of excellence, heritage and sportsmanship. Since 2006 Ralph Lauren has defined Wimbledon’s style, honoring its storied heritage and distinctive spirit of elegance, refinement and modernity.
“Our partnership with Wimbledon reflects a shared commitment to excellence, tradition and enduring style. It has been an honor to be part of one of the most cherished moments in global sport for the past 20 years. We are proud to continue our journey with The Championships, Wimbledon and to carry forward its unrivaled spirit to audiences around the world,” said David Lauren, Chief Branding & Innovation Officer, Ralph Lauren Corporation.
For nearly 60 years, Ralph Lauren has been inspired by the world of sport with a brand rooted in authenticity, aspiration and timeless style. Through iconic partnerships with The Championships, Wimbledon, the US Open, the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Team, the United States Ryder Cup Team and beyond, the brand has shaped the intersection of style and sport, and the way sport is experienced across generations of fans. The extension of the partnership with The Championships, Wimbledon reinforces Ralph Lauren’s position as a leading global lifestyle brand and reflects its continued investment in platforms that embody excellence, heritage and lasting cultural significance with universal resonance.
ABOUT RALPH LAUREN CORPORATION
Ralph Lauren Corporation (NYSE:RL) is a global leader in the design, marketing and distribution of luxury lifestyle products in five categories: apparel, handbags, footwear & accessories, fragrances, home, and hospitality. For nearly 60 years, Ralph Lauren has sought to inspire the dream of a better life through authenticity and timeless style. Its reputation and distinctive image have been developed across a wide range of products, brands, distribution channels and international markets. The Company’s brand names — which include Ralph Lauren, Ralph Lauren Collection, Ralph Lauren Purple Label, Double RL, Polo Ralph Lauren, Lauren Ralph Lauren, RLX Ralph Lauren, Polo Ralph Lauren Children and Chaps, among others — constitute one of the world’s most widely recognized families of consumer brands. For more information, visit https://corporate.ralphlauren.com.
ABOUT WIMBLEDON
The Championships, Wimbledon, is the oldest of the four tennis Grand Slams and the only one played on grass. Managed by The All England Lawn Tennis Club and staged on the Club’s Grounds, Wimbledon has evolved from its origins as a private members’ croquet club in 1868, to one of the world’s biggest annual sporting events and one of the most well-respected brands in sport. Visit www.wimbledon.com and follow @wimbledon on all major social media platforms.
MEDIA CONTACTS
Ralph Lauren Media Contact:
Marsha Monro
+44 (0)7958901859
Marsha.Monro@ralphlauren.com
The All England Lawn Tennis Club Media Contact:
Eloise Tyson
+44 (0)7771 347932
ETys@aeltc.com
