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04.07.03

SPORT


Wimbledon to continue on the 大象传媒 for a further five years


Joint announcement by The All England Lawn Tennis Club and the 大象传媒


The All England Club today (July 4 2003) announced that the 大象传媒 will continue to be the host broadcaster and UK rights holder for The Championships, Wimbledon, from 2005-2009 inclusive.


The five-year agreement covers 大象传媒 television,* radio and online.


Tim Phillips, Chairman of the All England Club, said: "We want Wimbledon to be available to as wide an audience as possible, both at home and abroad. We also look for both excellent quality and quantity of coverage.


"The 大象传媒 has again demonstrated that it is able to introduce new features, such as its successful interactive service, with a style of coverage that accurately reflects Wimbledon's twin values of innovation and tradition.


"This is good news for the millions of Wimbledon fans and we are pleased that our long and successful relationship with the 大象传媒 is to continue."


Director of 大象传媒 Sport, Peter Salmon said: "I'm delighted we've secured the rights to the sporting crown jewel that is Wimbledon, and pleased that we will continue to show this magnificent tournament over the next six years.


"The drama of Wimbledon signals to millions of licence fee payers that the summer of sport is in full swing.


"Yet again, this year has proved that The Championships has the power to thrill millions of tennis lovers throughout the land."


Notes to Editors


*大象传媒's television rights are subject to the UK Listed Events regulations.


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