Rogers Cup Semi-Finals With Emirates Airline

Saturday, August 15, 2015

Rogers Cup Semi-Finals Match With Emirates Airline Don McWilliam

Earlier this morning, I was greeted at the door by an Emirates Chauffeur and whisked away to the Aviva Centre for a VIP Rogers Cup experience. As a platinum sponsor for the event, Emirates Airline was so kind to extend an invitation to join Emirates Country Manager for Canada Don McWilliam for a semi-finals game. We enjoyed premium service in an air-conditioned and beautifully appointed lounge overlooking centre court.

Rogers Cup Semi-Finals Match With Emirates Airline

As if the view wasn't enough, we indulged in delicious food and drinks thanks to top-notch catering. Emirates Airline attendants were also on hand taking drink orders and making sure our bowls of nuts and sweet potato chips were always full. They even delivered Häagen-Dazs to our seats so we could watch the game without interruption.

Rogers Cup Semi-Finals Match With Emirates Airline VIP Lounge

Once the game began, the crowd greeted 28-year-old Sara Errani of Italy. She is currently ranked world no. 19 in singles and world no. 29 in doubles.

Rogers Cup Semi-Finals Match With Emirates Airline Sara Errani

Her opponent Simona Halep stepped onto the court while the crowds exploded with excitement. The 23-year-old is currently ranked world no. 3.

Rogers Cup Semi-Finals Match With Emirates Airline Simona Halep

Halep had a clear advantage over Errani given the huge crowd of supporters in her corner. But Errani didn't give up without a fight. Both players gave it their all despite the heat and unwavering sunshine, entertaining the audience with some incredible rallying. Congratulations to Halep who advances to the finals to face 18-year-old Belinda Bencic of Switzerland.

While I await the final Rogers Cup match tomorrow, I'll be researching Emirates flights from Toronto to Dubai. Apparently, the toughest decision you'll make all flight is: Do you choose a refreshing shower after take-off or a quick touch-up before you land?