World of Hyatt Welcomes Back Jessica Pegula as Ambassador, Sponsors Taste of Tennis Indian Wells

Partnership brings together travel, sport, and culinary excellence at Grand Hyatt Indian Wells Resort & Villas

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

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Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced that World of Hyatt is welcoming back professional tennis star Jessica Pegula as a brand ambassador and is serving as the official hospitality partner of Taste of Tennis at Indian Wells, hosted at Grand Hyatt Indian Wells Resort & Villas. The initiatives reinforce World of Hyatt's commitment to creating meaningful experiences at the intersection of travel, sport, and culture.

Why it matters

This partnership allows World of Hyatt to deepen its connection with tennis fans and showcase its brand through elevated hospitality, culinary experiences, and destination-driven moments at one of the sport's most iconic events. It also highlights Hyatt's broader strategy of aligning with influential athletes and cultural events to drive brand engagement and loyalty.

The details

As a returning ambassador, Pegula will collaborate with World of Hyatt on storytelling, experiences, and moments that resonate with travelers and tennis fans. At the Taste of Tennis event, Pegula will join acclaimed chef Angelo Sosa for a cocktail-making experience, while mixologist Dan Delgado from Park Hyatt Chicago will curate an elevated cocktail experience. World of Hyatt will also sponsor key players throughout the tennis season, expanding its footprint in the sport.

  • World of Hyatt announced the partnership on February 27, 2026.

The players

Jessica Pegula

A top-ranked American professional tennis player who is returning as a World of Hyatt ambassador.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation

The parent company of the World of Hyatt loyalty program and the sponsor of the Taste of Tennis event at Grand Hyatt Indian Wells Resort & Villas.

Angelo Sosa

The acclaimed chef behind the Tía Carmen concept at Grand Hyatt Indian Wells, who will collaborate with Jessica Pegula on a cocktail-making experience.

Dan Delgado

A mixologist from Park Hyatt Chicago who will curate an elevated cocktail experience at the Taste of Tennis event.

Grand Hyatt Indian Wells Resort & Villas

The host venue for the Taste of Tennis event, which is part of World of Hyatt's sponsorship.

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What they’re saying

“Travel is such a big part of my life, especially during the season, and feeling comfortable and cared for makes a real difference and most recently I felt that at Park Hyatt Melbourne during the recent Open.”

— Jessica Pegula (Instagram)

“Indian Wells is one of the most iconic stops on the tennis circuit, and World of Hyatt is committed to showing up in a way that felt worthy of that stage.”

— Katie Casey, AVP of global marketing at Hyatt

What’s next

World of Hyatt plans to engage guests and attendees at the Taste of Tennis event with immersive brand moments that reflect the spirit of its collaboration with Jessica Pegula, the tournament, and the destination.

The takeaway

This partnership allows World of Hyatt to deepen its connection with tennis fans and showcase its brand through elevated hospitality, culinary experiences, and destination-driven moments at one of the sport's most iconic events, reinforcing Hyatt's broader strategy of aligning with influential athletes and cultural events to drive brand engagement and loyalty.