Emirates and the USTA Foundation Incorporated (USTA Foundation), in partnership with the Sloane Stephens Foundation, have joined forces to present newly refurbished tennis courts to the community of Miami as part of Emirates’ “Force for Good” court rejuvenation initiative. The world’s largest international airline’s contribution of USD 500,000 supported the construction of one of the two new courts in the city in addition to funding programs to benefit youth in the community.

The global airline contributed to the tennis court project at Buccaneer Park in Miami Gardens, in its commitment to uplift U.S. communities and engage young people from under-resourced communities through sports, by providing access to tennis and education. During this year’s programme efforts, two courts were renovated for the local Miami community.

Sloane Stephens, Founder of the Sloane Stephens Foundation, and Sybil Smith, Executive Director of the Sloane Stephens Foundation, said: “Every child deserves the opportunity to discover what they’re capable of, and access to welcoming places to play is where that journey begins. These newly renovated courts represent far more than a place to play tennis. They are a place where young people can build confidence, develop life skills, form meaningful connections, and dream bigger. We’re so proud to work with the USTA Foundation and Emirates to create opportunities that will leave a lasting impact on the next generation for years to come.”

The newly refurbished tennis courts have so far benefited approximately 1,000 students and young people from the Miami Gardens community, which is closely associated with professional tennis player Sloane Stephens.

For the next two years, Emirates has committed to continue funding to support more projects that will touch the lives of youth and families across the nation, in collaboration with the USTA Foundation.

As Emirates’ Force for Good initiative expands, it continues to build on its connections with the communities that benefit from the program. At the 2026 US Open, six young players, two each from Miami Gardens, Kings County Tennis League, and East Palo Alto Tennis and Tutoring will take part in a VIP clinic on Arthur Ashe Stadium court, learning valuable tips from a tennis legend. Delivered in collaboration with the USTA Foundation and the Sloane Stephens Foundation, the day brings together youth from past court rejuvenation projects, with nominees selected by the USTA Foundation based on academic performance, leadership, community service, and tennis ability.

Emirates has been a proud partner and Official Airline of the US Open since 2012. The airline began its U.S. operations with services to New York JFK in 2004, and today operates out of 12 U.S. gateways, including two points in Florida – Miami and Orlando – in addition to Boston, Houston, Chicago, Washington D.C., Seattle, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Newark, Dallas, and New York JFK.

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