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Hugo Boss Bets on Tennis With Australian Open Partnership

After six years with Ralph Lauren as its title sponsor, the Australian Open is inking a new partnership with Hugo Boss. It’s a meaningful shift for both the tournament and Hugo Boss as the brand looks to rebuild.
American tennis star Taylor Fritz is yelling in triumph in the middle of a match while wearing a Hugo Boss-branded shirt and headband.
Hugo Boss is making its biggest play yet in sports with its new Australian Open partnership. (Photo by Valerio Pennicino/Getty Images)

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Mike Sykes
Mike Sykes

Mike Sykes is the Sports and Fashion Correspondent at the Business of Fashion. He is based in Washington, D.C. and is laser-focused on covering the sportswear world where it intersects with fashion, tech and more.

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