Golf Business News – Amundi extends Evian Championship sponsorship until 2030

Amundi, Europe's leading property manager, has renewed its partnership with the Evian Championship – the only Major women's tournament on the European continent – for an additional five years, and will remain a sponsor of the title until 2030.

Founded in 1994, Amundi Evian Championship it is now one of the most recognized women's golf tournaments in the world. Thanks to this new partnership, its global strength will be further strengthened and will promote women's golf around the world.

Its footprint, which now includes broadcasting and media coverage in nearly 150 countries, will help raise the Amundi brand name among golf enthusiasts, especially in Europe and Asia, where the asset manager provides savings and investment solutions to nearly 100 million customers.

Under Amundi's sponsorship, the tournament's prize money has increased to $8 million, a huge improvement and another step towards equality in the sport.

In addition to sponsoring this major tournament, Amundi also provides support to other young female golfers through a dedicated program, the Amundi Talent Program, and aims to promote the emergence of young talents through youth golf tournaments, and international competitions for beginners. Having benefited over 560 young athletes since 2021, these programs are paving the way for future champions and the future of golf.

Valerie Baudson, Chief Executive Officer of Amundi, commented: “We are delighted to continue our commitment as a partner, enabling us to provide long-term support to the various sectors of the 'Amundi Evian Championship'. The footprint of this “Big” around the world allows us to promote the Amundi brand to our customers around the world. We are proud to support programs that unlock the potential of talented youth and promote equality in women's sports.”

“We are delighted to see Amundi continue to commit with us as a partner of the Amundi Evian Championship, working for the development of women's golf around the world,” said Franck Riboud, Chairman of the Amundi Evian Championship. “Over the years, the collaboration between our teams has strengthened Amundi's role within the Sponsors Club. The continuation of this partnership is important to us, as it enables us to pursue our global work together, with the champions and young talents of the new generation.”

The 2024 Amundi Evian Championship will be held at the Evian Resort from July 11-14. For all the latest tournament news and scores, click here.