ZARAGOZA (Spain) - FIBA Europe and the World2Meet (W2M) group have announced that Azulmarino, W2M's travel agencies network, will be the EuroLeague Women Final Six Presenting Partner for a period of three years, starting with its upcoming edition in April.
FIBA Europe President Jorge Garbajosa and FIBA Executive Director Europe Kamil Novak represented EuroLeague Women at a press conference to announce the partnership, and the ceremonial contract signing act, at Pabellon Principe Felipe in Zaragoza.
W2M CEO Gabriel Subías and Úbico Sports Director Alberto Martínez Guerra where the signatories on behalf of the W2M group, while Spanish Basketball Federation (FEB) President Elisa Aguilar and General Director Oscar Graefenhain, who contributed to the conception and execution of the partnership, were both in attendance.
"This multi-year partnership is a testament to EuroLeague Women's consolidated position among the leading sports properties in the world," stated Mr. Garbajosa. "The continued growth of EuroLeague Women and the commitment of Azulmarino to the values of innovation, sustainability and efficiency go hand in hand with our strategic priority to strengthen women's basketball," Mr. Garbajosa added.
"We are extremely pleased to be entering this partnership with Azulmarino, a highly respected within its industry, forward-thinking group. It is a natural fit with EuroLeague Women, that has evolved into a valued brand in its own right, and reflects not only the league's prospects but also the prospects of European women's basketball," commented Mr. Novak.
"We are profoundly proud and grateful to have sealed this agreement with the governing body of European basketball. It certifies the confidence in Azulmarino and reinforces our commitment to the development of women's basketball and the fundamental values that this sport represents," said Mr. Subías.
Zaragoza was awarded in December the hosting rights to the EuroLeague Women Final Six through the 2026-27 season.
The 2024-25 season-ending tournament of Europe's flagship women's club competition will take place at Pabellon Principe Felipe on April 9-13. The six-team field represents five different countries, and includes three former champions in Fenerbahce Opet, Tango Bourges Basket and ZVVZ USK Praha.
Tickets to the big event are on sale and available for purchase, here.
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About World2Meet (W2M) World2Meet (W2M) was founded in January 2016 and is present in over 175 countries through a series of brands that range from accommodation and air transport to corporate mobility and bespoke experiences. For further information, visit the official website.