Rado, a Swiss watch brand known for its expertise in material innovation, has renewed its partnership with the Mubadala Citi DC Open. This event will take place at Washington DC’s Rock Creek Park Tennis Center from July 27 to August 4. Rado will serve as the Official Sponsor and official timekeeper of the tournament.
The Mubadala Citi DC Open, founded in 1969, is the only combined ATP and WTA 500 event in the world. The tournament was established to support Arthur Ashe’s vision of hosting a professional tennis event in a public park, ensuring accessibility for all. Over the years, it has become the fifth-largest professional tennis event in the United States and the longest-running professional tournament at the same location. The tournament attracts top players, government officials, business leaders, diplomats, and celebrities.
Mark Ein, chairman of the Mubadala Citi DC Open, expressed enthusiasm about Rado’s continued involvement, highlighting the shared values of excellence and commitment. Adrian Bosshard, CEO of Rado, echoed this sentiment, emphasizing the brand’s dedication to pushing boundaries and supporting world-class competitions.
Rado’s involvement in tennis dates back to 1985 when it first became the Title Sponsor of the Swiss Open Gstaad. The brand has since served as the Official Timekeeper at numerous ATP Tour events, including the Mubadala Citi DC Open, Abierto Mexicano Acapulco, BMW Open in Munich, Open Parc Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes in Lyon, Erste Bank Open in Vienna, and Swiss Indoors in Basel. Rado’s commitment to tennis extends beyond timekeeping, as evidenced by its YoungStar program, which supports promising young players like American tennis player J.J. Wolf.
At the Mubadala Citi DC Open, Rado will also highlight the Captain Cook High Tech Ceramic Skeleton watch. This timepiece features a polished stainless-steel case and rotating bezel with a blue high-tech ceramic bezel insert. It has a blue-to-white gradient dial with silver applied indexes coated with Super-LumiNova, ensuring legibility in various lighting conditions. The watch is powered by the Rado R763 automatic caliber, offering an 80-hour power reserve. It comes with a stainless steel bracelet, a blue and white textile Nato-style strap, and a blue leather strap, providing versatility for different occasions.