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DP World & Tommy Fleetwood

DP World’s partnership with global golf star Tommy Fleetwood exemplifies how authentic talent alignment can humanise a complex B2B brand. While DP World’s sponsorship of the DP World Tour built strong visibility, research showed limited understanding of its logistics business. The need was clear: connect DP World’s expertise with audiences through a credible, human touchpoint who embodies precision, professionalism, and approachability.

Fleetwood, identified through a rigorous ambassador evaluation process, was the perfect partner. As one of golf’s most admired figures, his integrity and values mirrored DP World’s brand purpose of “changing what’s possible” in sport and business.

The partnership enables DP World to engage audiences across the UK, UAE, India, and the US, demonstrating its commitment to growing the game. Highlights include Fleetwood’s starring role in DP World’s “Feats of Golf” campaign at the Ryder Cup, his leadership in launching the grassroots “DP World Clubhouse” in India, and his consistent involvement in employee and client engagement initiatives.

Most recently, Fleetwood fronted two breakthrough collaborations. A YouTube film with creator Grant Horvat ahead of the 2025 Ryder Cup, viewed over 3 million times, and a Diwali campaign with Indian cricketer Abhishek Sharma, reaching 3.1 million organic views. Both expanded DP World’s audience through creative cross-partnership storytelling.

Through global visibility, cultural relevance, and measurable community impact, the DP World x Tommy Fleetwood partnership continues to bridge logistics and sport, delivering understanding, emotion, and reach on a global scale.

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