Lexus today announces that it will continue its successful association with the ATP in a further three-year partnership with the top tier of men’s international professional tennis. From 2026 to 2028 the luxury brand will again be the Official Automotive Partner and Platinum Partner of the ATP Tour, building on the relationship it first forged in 2023.

Driven by a spirit of innovation and a passion for creating memorable experiences, Lexus brings its unique vision to the world of tennis — where emotion, elegance, and performance come together in perfect harmony. This partnership reflects the values our customers care about most: refined performance, personal choice, and a commitment to excellence — both on the road and on the court.

Andre Schmidt, Head of Lexus Europe, commented: “Lexus’ partnership with the ATP Tour reflects our shared commitment to excellence, precision, and passion — values that resonate deeply with our brand. Through our electrified portfolio, we offer a range of choices that make luxury a personal experience, perfectly aligned with the spirit of world-class tennis.”

Eno Polo, ATP CEO, said: “Lexus is a partner that truly adds value to our Tour. Since we began our journey together, they have shown a genuine commitment to tennis – elevating the experience for our players and staff at key events and helping advance our sustainability efforts through ATP Serves. That purpose-led approach is what makes this partnership stand out. We’re proud to keep building on this.”

The Lexus brand enjoys synergies with the world of premier tennis competition, sharing a dedication to excellence and achievement founded on attention to detail and continuous improvement.

Lexus also confirms that it will feature as the Official Automotive Partner and Platinum Partner of the Nitto ATP Finals, the season climax contested by the world’s eight top-ranked men’s singles and doubles players.

Lexus plays a key role at the Rolex Paris Masters as the Official Car of the tournament, reinforcing its presence across the ATP Tour and its dedication to supporting world-class tennis events.

Lexus will continue to help build fan engagement with tennis and its brand in its role as Title Partner of ATP Head2Head, the online series in which top stars are pitted against each other in a variety of fun sporting contests away from the tennis arena.

Lexus will continue to provide a fleet of electrified vehicles at sponsored events to support the transportation of players, officials and guests. With a portfolio of self-charging hybrid, plug-in hybrid and all-electric models, the brand’s leadership in electrification aligns closely with the ATP Tour’s sustainability ambitions under ATP Serves and UN Sports for Climate Action, which targets Net Zero emissions by 2040.

The partnership will deliver local Lexus sponsorship of ATP Tour tournaments in key locations throughout 2026, detailed below. Lexus will also continue to support several WTA and ATP Challenger Tour events through its partnership with the LTA.

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ABOUT LEXUS

Launched in 1989, Lexus is a global luxury lifestyle brand offering a full range of premium vehicles in Europe, including the LBX, UX, NX, RZ and RX crossovers, the GX and LX SUVs, the ES sedan and the LM “Luxury Mover” people carrier.

Lexus seeks to ‘make luxury personal’ through imaginative technology, meticulous craftsmanship, refined elegance, and ‘omotenashi’ - the Japanese tradition of providing the finest hospitality.

With more than 3.5 million self-charging hybrid, plug-in hybrid and all-electric vehicles sold so far worldwide, the Lexus Electrified vision is built on the brand’s experience of electrified vehicles and targets a fundamental leap in vehicle performance, handling, control, and driver enjoyment through electrification technologies.

In 2024, Lexus delivered more than 850,000 vehicles globally including a record 88,184 in Europe, of which more than 90% were electrified.

ABOUT The ATP

As a global governing body of men’s professional tennis, the ATP’s mission is to serve tennis. We entertain a billion global fans, showcase the world’s greatest players at the most prestigious tournaments, and inspire the next generation of fans and players. From the United Cup in Australia, to Europe, the Americas and Asia, the

stars of the game battle for titles and PIF ATP Rankings points at ATP Masters 1000, 500 and 250 events, and Grand Slams. All roads lead towards the Nitto ATP Finals, the prestigious season finale held in Turin, Italy.

Featuring only the world’s top 8 qualified singles players and doubles teams, the tournament also sees the official crowning of the year-end ATP World No. 1, presented by PIF, the ultimate achievement in tennis. For more information, please visit www.ATPTour.com.

Lexus is looking forward to a second season of top-level international sporting excitement and competition as the Official Automotive Partner and Platinum Partner of the ATP Tour, the global elite men’s professional tennis circuit. Having launched its support for the series in summer 2023, it will be enjoying even greater prominence in 2024, participating in up to twice as many tournaments. After an exciting partnership start with ATP 250 ASB Classic in Auckland, New Zealand, Lexus kicks-off the activation in Europe with the ATP 250 Open Sud de France in Montpellier which gets under way on January 29.

The calendar of Lexus-sponsored tournaments includes 14 events across the region, in countries such as France, Netherlands, UK, Germany, Austria, Spain, Kazakhstan, and Italy, where the city of Turin will host the Nitto ATP Finals, the climax of the ATP Tour, in November.

Lexus activities will be tailored to each tournament, including potential for the prominent display of its latest models such as the all-new Lexus LBX, the all-electric RZ 450e, together with hybrid electric and plug-in hybrid electric models, and the provision of courtesy vehicles for tournament officials and players.

Lexus will continue to be the title partner of ATP Head2Head, which will present different, exciting and entertaining challenges on the ATP Tour’s digital and social channels. Showcasing the lighter side of the players’ personalities, this will offer fans the chance to see their favourite sporting stars battling each other, also outside the tennis courts, doing something new, interesting and unexpected.

Pascal Ruch, Toyota Motor Europe, Vice President Lexus and Value Chain said: “The ATP Tour provides a perfect, high-profile stage for our brand and this year we will have even more opportunities to connect with millions of people through being part of one of the world’s greatest sporting contests. Human dedication and supreme performance are key to success for the players, just as they are essential qualities for our business and our products. We look forward to contributing to the excitement and engagement on and off the court as the season progresses.”

About the ATP

As the global governing body of men’s professional tennis, the ATP’s mission is to serve tennis. We entertain a billion global fans, showcase the world’s greatest players at the most prestigious tournaments and inspire the next generation of fans and players. From the United Cup in Australia, to Europe, the Americas and Asia, the stars of the game battle for titles and Pepperstone ATP Rankings points at ATP Masters 1000, 500 and 250 events, and Grand Slams. All roads lead towards the Nitto ATP Finals, the prestigious season finale held in Turin, Italy. Featuring only the world’s top eight qualified singles players and doubles teams, the tournament also sees the official crowning of the year-end ATP World No. 1, presented by Pepperstone, the ultimate achievement in tennis.

• Nitto ATP Finals to take place from November 12 to 19 in Turin, Italy 
• Lexus to provide player transportation with a fleet of more than 40 electrified models 
• Participation part of Lexus’ wider role as Official Automotive Partner and Platinum Partner of the ATP Tour 

Lexus will proudly fulfil its role as Official Car of the Nitto ATP Finals, the climax of the ATP Tour season, taking place in Turin, Italy, from November 12 to 19. The tournament, “Where Champions Become Champion,” will see the world’s top eight qualifying singles players and doubles teams from the season compete for the prestigious title.

Lexus’ presence at the competition will include a fleet of more than 40 electrified cars serving as transport for players and officials. The line-up will include the all-electric RZ 450e and UX 300e together with hybrid electric and plug-in hybrid electric models.

The event will also provide a high-profile showcase for the latest additions to the Lexus line-up: the recently launched LM “luxury mover” and the all-new LBX hybrid electric crossover, which will be on display prior to its market launch early next year.

Lexus’ support for the Nitto ATP Finals is in addition to its wider role as Official Automotive Partner and Platinum Partner of the ATP Tour. This multi-year global partnership was formed in June this year and has already seen the brand enjoy prominent international exposure at ATP Tour competitions and across the ATP Tour’s fast-growing digital and social platforms, including Title Partnership of the interactive fan feature ATP Head2Head.

Lexus’ support for the ATP Tour is founded on their shared values of perfection and excellence and desire to give people amazing experiences. Lexus’ promotion of the use of its electrified models during tournaments aligns with the ATP Tour’s climate ambitions under ATP Serves and UN Sports for Climate Action, which includes a Net Zero emissions target by 2040.

About the ATP

As the global governing body of men’s professional tennis, the ATP’s mission is to serve tennis. We entertain a billion global fans, showcase the world’s greatest players at the most prestigious tournaments and inspire the next generation of fans and players. From the United Cup in Australia, to Europe, the Americas and Asia, the stars of the game battle for titles and Pepperstone ATP Rankings points at ATP Masters 1000, 500 and 250 events, and Grand Slams. All roads lead towards the Nitto ATP Finals, the prestigious season finale held in Turin, Italy. Featuring only the world’s top eight qualified singles players and doubles teams, the tournament also sees the official crowning of the year-end ATP World No. 1, presented by Pepperstone, the ultimate achievement in tennis.

Lexus shared the red carpet spotlight with famous figures from contemporary European cinema this week at the opening night of the 80^th edition of the Venice International Film Festival – La Biennale di Venezia.

As the Official Car of the festival for a seventh consecutive year, Lexus is providing a fleet of electrified models as luxury transport for film-makers, actors and VIP attendees to screenings and events, taking place on the Venice Lido until 9 September. The occasion is also providing a high-profile showcase for the all-new LBX, Lexus’ breakthrough new hybrid electric compact crossover that will be launched across Europe later this year.

The festival opened this week (30 August) with the world premiere of the film Comandante. Its director Edoardo De Angelis and leading actor Pierfrancesco Favino were brought to the red carpet by Lexus, together with actor Caterina Murino (Casino Royale) – the “godmother” of this year’s festival – and director Alice Diop (St Omer), the Luigi De Laurentiis Award Jury President.

Paolo Moroni, Director of Lexus Italy, said: “Every year we aim to show and tell something new and extraordinary in the wonderful setting of the festival. This year our undoubted ‘star’ is the new Lexus LBX. We are honoured to present this exceptional SUV that we believe will help make the red carpet even more special.”

As a highlight, from 2023, Lexus becomes Platinum Partner and Official Automotive Partner of the Nitto ATP Finals, to be held from November 12 to 19 in Turin, Italy, where only the Top 8 qualifying singles players and doubles teams will compete for the prestigious title. Lexus will provide a fleet of electrified models, including the new all-electric Lexus RZ450e, to support transportation of players, officials, and other guests during the tournament.

Lexus will also receive year-round brand exposure across ATP Tour’s fast-growing digital and social platforms, including Title Partnership of ATP Head2Head, a popular interactive feature that enables fans to explore rivalries between players on Tour.

Lexus is a pioneer in electrification in the premium car industry, building towards a holistic sustainable mobility vision, called Lexus Electrified. The brand’s comprehensive electrified portfolio includes self-charging electric hybrid, plug-in electric hybrid, and all-electric models. Promoting the use of such models during ATP tournaments, in 2023 and beyond, aligns with the ATP Tour’s climate ambitions under ATP Serves and UN Sports for Climate Action, which includes a Net Zero emissions target by 2040.

Massimo Calvelli, ATP CEO: “The ATP Tour and Lexus brands tell a story of innovation, performance and excellence, that also-perfectly aligns with our efforts under ATP Serves. Our fans and customers come first, and our brands both operate with a focus on providing unforgettable experiences. We’re delighted to welcome Lexus an ATP Tour Platinum Partner and to build on that shared narrative across our global platforms.”

Pascal Ruch, TME Vice President Lexus and Value Chain: “At Lexus, we adopt a human centred approach in everything we do. This not only applies to our cars but also to the class leading experience we provide to our customers. Our goal is to put a smile on the face of our customers. We see a great match with tennis competition, where individual performance creates ultimate excitement. We are thrilled to partner with the ATP Tour and to share the passion of top-level tennis with millions of fans across Europe and beyond.”

About The ATP

As the global governing body of men’s professional tennis, the ATP’s mission is to serve tennis. We entertain a billion global fans, showcase the world’s greatest players at the most prestigious tournaments, and inspire the next generation of fans and players. From the United Cup in Australia, to Europe, the Americas and Asia, the stars of the game battle for titles and Pepperstone ATP Rankings points at ATP Masters 1000, 500 and 250 events, and Grand Slams. All roads lead towards the Nitto ATP Finals, the prestigious season finale held in Turin, Italy. Featuring only the world’s top 8 qualified singles players and doubles teams, the tournament also sees the official crowning of the year-end ATP World No. 1, presented by Pepperstone, the ultimate achievement in tennis. 

About Lexus

Launched in 1989, Lexus is a global luxury lifestyle brand offering a full range of premium vehicles, including the LS and ES sedans, the LC and RC F coupes, the LC Convertible, the LBX, UX, NX, RZ and RX crossovers, and the GX and LX SUVs. Lexus aims to ‘make luxury personal’ through imaginative technology, meticulous craft, refined elegance, and ‘omotenashi’ - the Japanese sense of heartfelt hospitality. With more than 2.5 million self-charging hybrid, plug-in hybrid and all-electric vehicles sold so far worldwide, the Lexus Electrified vision is built on the brand’s experience of electrified vehicles and targets a fundamental leap in vehicle performance, handling, control, and driver enjoyment through electrification technologies. In 2022, Lexus delivered about 625,000 vehicles globally including 50,467 in Europe, of which more than 80% were electrified.

The Davis Cup by Rakuten Finals 2022 concluded yesterday with the Canadian team crowned worthy winners. Taking place in Malaga from November 22 to 27, competitors experienced the inimitable hospitality that has become synonymous with the Lexus brand. As the official car sponsor of the tournament, Lexus was responsible for the transportation of players and teams to and from the tennis village, across the group and knock-out stages of the competition.

With a focus on “Lexus Electrified”, the brand’s ongoing sustainability vision, the partnership with the Davis Cup brought about an opportunity for Lexus to connect with tennis fans that share their passion for craftsmanship, dedication, and artistry. Spotted throughout the finals were the RX 500h performance turbo hybrid, the NX 450h+ plug-in hybrid, the battery electric RZ 450e and the UX 250h self-charging hybrid.

Pascal Ruch, Vice President in charge of Lexus Europe, commented:

“We have been treated to another exhilarating Davis Cup Finals this year. Lexus has the incredible honor of sharing the stage with some of the most talented athletes in the world of tennis, and fans of the competition were in for a treat. As official automotive partner, Lexus was responsible for facilitating luxurious and comfortable transportation for all athletes and teams – an electrifying opportunity to showcase Japan’s famous philosophy of Omotenashi.”

David Ferrer, Director of the Davis Cup Finals, said: 

"Much like the incredible talent and determination of this year’s finalists, we’re proud to consider Lexus a supporter of the competition and one of the long-standing partners that help us deliver the largest annual world championship in sport. For the 143 nations that entered this year, to the 16-team round-robin in the Finals, Lexus has stood out as a key partner in ensuring an amazing experience for competitors and fans alike.”

#DavisCupFinals / @DavisCup

About the Davis Cup:

Founded in 1900, Davis Cup by Rakuten is the men’s world cup of tennis and the largest annual team competition in sport. 143 nations entered in 2022 and will compete across multiple levels of the competition from regional events to the pinnacle of the Davis Cup by Rakuten Finals. Sixteen teams participated in this year's Finals Group Stage, which was held on September 13-18 in Bologna, Glasgow, Hamburg and Valencia. The top two teams from each venue automatically qualified for the ‘Final 8’ in Malaga on November 22-27.

The Davis Cup by Rakuten Finals 2022 launches today in partnership with Lexus as the official automotive sponsor of the competition. The finals take place in Malaga, Spain, from November 22 to November 27. Lexus is responsible for the official transportation of players and teams to the tennis village.

The synergy between Lexus and the Davis Cup is exemplified by customers and fans both striving for the luxury of unforgettable experiences. With an emphasis on “Lexus Electrified”, the brand’s ongoing sustainability vision, the partnership with the Davis Cup celebrates the excitement and energy at one of the world’s most prestigious tennis tournaments, and the inimitable thrill of driving an electric or hybrid Lexus model. This focus on Lexus Electrified means that the RX Performance Hybrid, the NX Plug-In Hybrid, the Battery-Electric RZ and the UX Self-Charging Hybrid take center stage at the tournament.  The new RX Performance Hybrid will be displayed on court, while the Battery-Electric RZ will be present at venue during the Finals.

The Davis Cup by Rakuten Finals sees the top two teams in each group competing in the quarterfinals. This follows a 9 week break between group and knockout stages. Lexus ambassador, Roberto Bautista, will once again represent his native Spain in the competition, playing against Croatia in the quarterfinals. Australia, Netherlands, Italy, United States, Germany and Canada were also successful in reaching the quarterfinals.

Pascal Ruch, Vice President in charge of Lexus Europe, commented:

“As the knock-out stage commences, we can see why The Davis Cup by Rakuten is one of the most iconic sporting competitions in the world. Lexus’ synergy with the competition, which also provides unforgettable luxury experiences, gives the brand a platform to showcase its craftsmanship and Omotenashi philosophy to an engaged and passionate audience.”

David Ferrer, Director of the Davis Cup Finals, said: 

"This year's Final 8 in Málaga has been handled with unparalleled levels of hospitality and passion that are synonymous with the Lexus brand. We are all delighted to be able to rely on Lexus once again, as the official automotive partner of the competition.”

#DavisCupFinals / @DavisCup

About the Davis Cup:

Founded in 1900, Davis Cup by Rakuten is the men’s world cup of tennis and the largest annual team competition in sport. 143 nations entered in 2022 and will compete across multiple levels of the competition from regional events to the pinnacle of the Davis Cup by Rakuten Finals. Sixteen teams participated in this year's Finals Group Stage, which was held on September 13-18 in Bologna, Glasgow, Hamburg and Valencia. The top two teams from each venue automatically qualified for the ‘Final 8’ in Malaga on November 22-27. 

Lexus has been announced as an official principal partner of the Davis Cup by Rakuten Finals 2022, which takes place across a number of major European cities. The competition will kick off with the group stages, held in Bologna, Glasgow, Hamburg, and Valencia, from September 13 to 18. Knockout matches will follow, being held in Malaga, Spain, from November 22 to 27.

There is an authentic connection between Lexus and the Davis Cup, with customers and fans both striving for luxurious and unforgettable experiences. With an emphasis on “Lexus Electrified”, the brand’s ongoing sustainability vision, the partnership with the Davis Cup celebrates a synergy between the electrifying energy at one of the world’s most exciting tennis tournaments, and the luxurious thrill of driving an electric or hybrid Lexus model. This year’s focus on Lexus Electrified sees the RX Performance Hybrid, the NX Plug-In Hybrid, the Battery-Electric RZ and the UX Self-Charging Hybrid take center stage at the tournament. The New Generation Lexus RX will feature at matches in Spain and Italy, replaced with the Lexus RZ for matches in Germany and the UK.

As the official car of the Davis Cup, during the tournament, Lexus will be responsible for the official transportation of players and teams from the 16 competing nations to the tennis village.

Founded in 1900, Davis Cup by Rakuten has grown to become the largest annual world championship in sport, with 142 nations entered in 2021. The 16 group stage teams will compete in four round-robin groups of four teams. The top two teams in each group will advance to the quarterfinals. The new Finals format will include a 9 week break between group and knockout stages. Lexus ambassador, Roberto Bautista, will once again represent his native Spain in the competition.

Pascal Ruch, Vice President in charge of Lexus Europe, commented:

“The Davis Cup is one of the most iconic sporting competitions in the world, with a unique format across multiple European cities. Sport, and in particular tennis, is an opportunity to bring together top athletes and fans under one roof - many of whom are seeking luxury, that is personal to them and their passions. Lexus as a brand shares this affinity for incredible dedication to craft, unparalleled luxury and unmissable experiences.“

David Ferrer,  Director of the Davis Cup Finals, said: 

"It is a great luxury to be able to count on Lexus again for the third edition of the Finals. This year's event is being staged in a multi-site format in four countries, and Lexus is demonstrating its enormous capacity for management, service and professionalism. We are confident that, as in the past, the world's best players and teams will be delighted with the performance Lexus will provide at the competition."

#DavisCupFinals / @DavisCup

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About the Davis Cup:

Founded in 1900, Davis Cup by Rakuten is the men’s world cup of tennis and the largest annual team competition in sport. 143 nations entered in 2022 and will compete across multiple levels of the competition from regional events to the pinnacle of the Davis Cup by Rakuten Finals. Sixteen teams will participate in this year's Finals Group Stage, to be held from September 13 to 18 in Bologna, Glasgow, Hamburg and Valencia. The top two teams from each venue will automatically qualify for the ‘Final 8’ in Malaga from November 22 to 27. 

On August 31, Lexus joined leading figures from the world of cinema, celebrities and VIPs for the opening ceremony of the 79^th Venice International Festival – La Biennale di Venezia. Marking its sixth consecutive year as the Official Car of the festival, the luxury brand brought its latest models to the red carpet event, led by the all-new RX hybrid electric SUV.

The evening saw stars including Julianne Moore, Regé-Jean Page, Rocio Morales, Catherine Deneuve and Tessa Thompson, accompanied to the gala by a fleet of Lexus Electrified vehicles, including the UX, NX, RX and ES.

Lexus’ continued support for the festival reflects the values that are shared between the worlds of cinema and motoring. Both have long been inspired by the desire to widen people’s horizons through travel, time and new experiences. Just as cinema provides a unique medium for creating unforgettable moments, so Lexus also seeks to deliver excitement through its innovative and pioneering spirit.

Likewise, the setting of Venice provides another inspirational link. This unique, magical city creates unforgettable memories, while giving prominence to the issue of sustainability.

“We are excited and proud to return to Venice and have the honour of demonstrating the values that distinguish our brand,” said Maurizio Perinetti, Director of Lexus Italy. “This is a prestigious, high-profile stage for hosting the all-new RX, one of our most iconic models. We hope that the festival and its audiences will recognise and appreciate the design, quality, technology and environmental focus that we have invested in the new RX and the creation of another Lexus Amazing Experience.”

The new RX will feature together with other models from the Lexus Electrified range, including the all-electric UX 300e crossover, in a fleet of 40 vehicles that will be used to chauffeur guests and officials to and from red carpet events, through to the festival’s conclusion on September 10. In keeping with the glamour of the event, the line-up will include the LC 500, Lexus’ multi-award-winning flagship convertible.

In the imaginative two-minute piece, Kingo has to solve a very human problem before he can join the epic superhero battle happening downtown—finding a safe parking spot for his new Lexus NX Plug-in Hybrid Electric vehicle, the all-new luxury crossover that embodies powerful design, intuitive innovation and boundless utility. It is within the realm of the “imaginative” where the luxury automaker and filmmaking powerhouse find their alignment.

Marvel Studios' “Eternals” features an exciting new team of Superheroes in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, ancient aliens who have been living on Earth in secret for thousands of years. Following the events of “Avengers: Endgame,” an unexpected tragedy forces them out of the shadows to reunite against mankind's most ancient enemy, the Deviants.

The film is directed by Chloé Zhao, who made Oscar history as the first woman of colour to win the Academy Award for best director. In addition to Kumail Nanjiani, it stars Angelina Jolie, Gemma Chan, Richard Madden, Lauren Ridloff, Barry Keoghan, Brian Tyree Henry, Salma Hayek, Lia McHugh, Don Lee and Kit Harington. Marvel Studios’ “Eternals” hits European cinemas on November 3 to 5, 2021.

“At Lexus we are embracing a new era of electrification, intuitive technology, performance and design, a vision worthy of the advanced Eternals and their quest to protect our future,” said Brian Bolain, Lexus’ global head of marketing. “We’re incredibly excited to team up with Marvel Studios’ ‘Eternals’ to showcase our own superhero NX 450h+, which represents the first milestone on our journey toward a reimagined Lexus.”

“We’re thrilled to collaborate with Lexus to give viewers an early look at one of our new heroes, Kumail Nanjiani’s Kingo, in action. Lexus’ creative campaign is appropriately epic, delivering the same combination of action, spectacle, and humour our fans will see in the film,” said Mindy Hamilton, SVP, Global Partnership Marketing at Marvel Studios.

“Parking Spot” was helmed by directing duo Anthony and Joe Russo. The brothers have directed four Marvel Cinematic Universe movies, including one of the highest-grossing films of all time, “Avengers: Endgame.” Viewers who pay close attention to “Parking Spot” will notice a few Marvel Cinematic Universe Easter eggs. In order to achieve the level of VFX viewers expect from the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Lexus enlisted the Oscar-winning visual effects company Framestore.

“Parking Spot” will headline the high-profile marketing campaign, set to appear in a wide range of media placements, from special events to Lexus dealerships. The all-new NX luxury crossover and the Lexus LS 500 flagship sedan will make appearances in the film.

For more information, visit https://www.lexus.eu/discover-lexus/lexus-news/marvel-studios-eternals/.

ABOUT MARVEL STUDIOS’ “ETERNALS”

Marvel Studios’ “Eternals” follows a group of heroes from beyond the stars who had protected the Earth since the dawn of man. When monstrous creatures called the Deviants, long thought lost to history, mysteriously return, the Eternals are forced to reunite in order to defend humanity once again.

The outstanding ensemble cast includes Gemma Chan as humankind-loving Sersi, Richard Madden as the all-powerful Ikaris, Kumail Nanjiani as cosmic-powered Kingo, Lia McHugh as the eternally young, old-soul Sprite, Brian Tyree Henry as the intelligent inventor Phastos, Lauren Ridloff as the super-fast Makkari, Barry Keoghan as aloof loner Druig, Don Lee as the powerful Gilgamesh, with Kit Harington as Dane Whitman, with Salma Hayek as the wise and spiritual leader Ajak, and Angelina Jolie as the fierce warrior Thena.

Chloé Zhao directs the film, and Kevin Feige and Nate Moore are the producers, with Louis D’Esposito, Victoria Alonso and Kevin de la Noy serving as executive producers. The screen story is by Ryan Firpo & Kaz Firpo, and the screenplay is by Chloé Zhao and Chloé Zhao & Patrick Burleigh and Ryan Firpo & Kaz Firpo. Marvel Studios’ “Eternals” opens in European cinemas in early November 2021 (Nov 3, 4 or 5 depending on countries).

It is Lexus’ 12th year of sponsorship support for the event, having begun its association in with the Chopin and His Europe Festival in 2009, in preparation for the 200th anniversary of the composer’s birth and the 16th edition of the competition the following year.

Lexus will once again be providing transport for participants between the competition venues with a fleet of more than a dozen self-charging hybrid electric vehicles. The famous quietness and smooth performance of the Lexus cars will provide a calm and safe environment that will help the artists relax and focus on their performances.

Lexus is renowned for delivering concert hall-quality sound inside its cars, reflected in its industry-first exclusive partnership with high-end audio specialists Mark Levinson. Each new Lexus model is available with a bespoke Mark Levinson premium surround sound system, designed to achieve the best sound reproduction quality in that particular vehicle. This sound quality is supported by extensive, detailed measures to insulate the car’s interior from intrusive external noises.

That quality is appreciated by Jan Lisiecki, the world-famous Polish-Canadian pianist who is an acclaimed interpreter of Chopin’s work and a leading advocate of Lexus. He commented: “In many cars the quality of the audio equipment is such that all you can hear is a rumble. A Lexus – not least because they are mostly hybrid cars – is quiet and the quality of the equipment and the number of speakers allow you to hear individual instruments in an orchestra. You sit comfortably, feeling like you are in a concert hall. You don’t get that experience in any other car.”

The 18th edition of the competition, postponed from 2020 due to the global pandemic, features 87 pianists whose skills will be judged by an eminent jury of 17 representatives from the world of piano music. The competition rounds will continue to determine the finalists who will return to compete for the top placings on 18-20 October ahead of the prize-winners concerts on 21-23 October.

All auditions are streamed in 4K via the Chopin Competition mobile app (available on iOS and Android), the Chopin2020.pl website (Multimedia tab) and on the Chopin Institute YouTube channel.

As the official automotive partner of the 78^th Venice International Film Festival, Lexus had the honour of accompanying on the red carpet many prestigious guests with its complete electrified range of SUVs – the NX, UX and RX models – together with the ES sedan and LC flagship coupe. These were joined by the UX 300e, Lexus’s first full-electric model, and the multi-award-winning LC Convertible.

Attending the closing ceremony of the 2021 festival, Penelope Cruz, Jennifer Lopez, Ben Affleck, Dakota Johnson, Kristen Stewart, Matt Damon, Tim Roth, Jane Campion, Silvio Orlando, Toni Servillo and Paolo Sorrentino were among the celebrities arriving at the Lido on-board Lexus vehicles.

This year, Lexus also supported the presentation of “Poltrone Rosse” by brand ambassador, actor, director and screenwriter Edoardo Leo together with UNITA, the National Union of Theatre and Audiovisual Interpreters. “Poltrone Rosse” is a crowdfunding initiative to support performers in a sector that has been particularly affected by the pandemic. In particular, it provides support to women who are absent from work through pregnancy. A row of red armchairs – like those found in cinemas – was installed in a Venice square on Sunday, September 5. Just like going to the movies, cinema-lovers had the opportunity to buy a ticket to sit in one of the red armchairs and listen to famous film people talk about their passion for the big screen, share anecdotes and reveal curiosities that illustrate the role and importance of cinema in their life and personal growth.

The David Cup Madrid Finals is one the most relevant sports events in the world, and it will turn Madrid into the tennis world capital for a week.

The participation of Lexus as the official car for this sports event follows the brand commitment to turn from an automobile brand into a lifestyle brand. This partnership will provide a platform for the launch of the new Lexus UX 250h hybrid, the brand’s innovative premium compact crossover, which is currently launched in Europe.

Leo Carluccio, Director of Lexus Spain, explains “The Davis Cup is one of the longest-standing sports events in the world of tennis, dating back over 100 years; in 2019, this tradition will go side by side with innovation, with a new format. Both these values, tradition and innovation, are part of the Lexus DNA, accounting for a combination of takumi – Japanese craftsmen – craftsmanship, omotenashi – Japanese hospitality values – with its visionary attitude and its well-known and innovative hybrid technology.”

Furthermore, Lexus and the Davis Cup Madrid Finals share values such as the pursuit of excellence, a work-ethic culture, and teamwork.

During the event, Lexus will provide a fleet of 100 self-charging hybrid cars to drive around all the members of the teams taking part in the competition, as well as authorities, VIPs, etc. Over 500 people will commute every day from the city center to the Caja Mágica venue, where the tournament will be held.

Lexus cars are a mobility tool perfectly aligned with the mobility policies developed by the Madrid City Council and Regional Government, since all of the brand’s cars, being self-charging hybrids, have no usage limitations in areas such as downtown Madrid or in terms of antipollution protocols.

DAVIS CUP MADRID FINALS – AN INNOVATIVE FORMAT

The season-closing Davis Cup Madrid Finals will be held from November 18 to 24. As much as 18 national teams will first compete in a group phase, split into six three-team groups. The winners of all six groups and the two best second teams, based on the number of sets and games won, will qualify to the quarter-finals.

The rounds between countries in the Davis Cup Madrid Finals will comprise two singles matches and one doubles match, all of them played on the same day.

MADRID – SEAT OF THE DAVIS CUP MADRID FINALS

The arrival of the Davis Cup Finals to Madrid has been possible thanks to the joint commitment made by the Madrid Regional Government and the Madrid City Council.

The level of infrastructures in Madrid, as well as communications, hotel accommodation capacity, and cultural activities, were key pieces to securing the appointment of the tournament.

The Davis Cup Madrid Finals 2019 will be held in the facilities at La Caja Mágica, located in the Parque Lineal del Manzanares. For 2020, the venue chosen is the Madrid WiZink Center.

Not only will the Davis Cup Madrid Finals bring together national teams from 18 countries, including the best tennis players in the world, but it will also summon in the same venue and city, for the first time ever, tennis fans from 18 countries, who will turn Madrid into the world tennis capital.

The Lexus ES 300h self-charging hybrid will make its Italian debut on the red carpet, accompanying actors, directors and other celebrities, while the new Lexus UX 250h self-charging hybrid will be displayed outside the Lexus Lounge Lido set up at the Terrazza Biennale.

A fleet of 40 Lexus self-charging hybrid vehicles will be available throughout the event. Besides the all-new ES, the line-up will include the NX and RX SUVs, as well as the LS flagship sedan and the LC flagship luxury coupe.

"This year again, Lexus is the main sponsor of the Venice Film Festival, the most important Italian film festival and one of the most important in the world”, said Fabio Capano, Director Lexus Italy. “We are continuously looking for such associations with excellent events highlighting our brand values. Lexus wants to go beyond the rational conception of what a luxury car should bring. We aim to provide a unique customer experience, combined with high levels of craftsmanship, quality and innovative technologies. Our search for creativity and innovation expands well beyond the automobile world, to include for instance events such as the Venice Film Festival, where we can convey an exclusive and amazing experience to our customers and the public.”