Draft agreement for Maximilian Suchodolski sponsorship cooperation

§1. Subject of the Agreement

1. Under this Agreement, the Sponsor undertakes to provide financial support to the Player for the purpose of supporting the development of his sports career in tennis.
2. In return for the Sponsor's contributions, the Player undertakes to provide promotional, marketing, and image-related services for the benefit of the Sponsor, under the terms set out in this Agreement and its appendices.
3. The Parties agree that this Agreement constitutes a sports sponsorship agreement under which the Sponsor's financial contribution is matched by promotional services performed by the Player.

§2. Term of the Agreement

1. This Agreement is concluded for a fixed term from 1 September 2026 until 31 December 2027.
2. All obligations of the Parties shall be performed during the term of this Agreement, unless the Parties expressly agree otherwise in writing.

§3. Sponsor's Contributions

1. The Sponsor undertakes to cover 50% of the full cost of French Touch Academy, calculated on the total amount of EUR 39,500.
2. The contribution referred to in paragraph 1 above covers 50% of the costs of the French Touch Academy program, in particular:
   1. tennis training,
   2. academic schooling,
   3. full accommodation.
3. In addition to the contribution referred to in paragraph 1 above, the Sponsor undertakes to provide an additional budget of EUR 20,000 for the purpose of covering costs related to the Player's sporting activity, in particular:
   1. travel,
   2. accommodation,
   3. local transportation,
   4. tournament entry fees,
   5. participation in ITF tournaments in the J30, J60, and J100 categories,
   6. other justified expenses directly related to the Player's sports preparation and tournament participation,
   7. the costs of printing and preparing sponsor branding on sportswear, tracksuits, and jackets.
4. The budget referred to in paragraph 3 above shall be settled exclusively on the basis of invoices, receipts, or other accounting documents documenting expenses paid electronically.
5. The Parties expressly exclude any possibility of settling expenses in cash. Cash transactions under this Agreement are not permitted.
6. At its discretion, the Sponsor may:
   1. pay such costs directly to service providers, organizers, or suppliers, or
   2. reimburse costs incurred by the Player or the Legal Guardian after prior submission of settlement documents compliant with this Agreement.
7. The Sponsor shall not be obliged to finance expenses that are:
   1. undocumented,
   2. paid in cash,
   3. unrelated to the purpose of this Agreement.

§4. Player's Promotional Services

1. The Player undertakes to carry out promotional activities for the benefit of the Sponsor throughout the term of this Agreement.
2. The minimum scope of promotional services shall include:
   1. 4 (four) Instagram posts per month,
   2. 4 (four) Instagram stories per month,
   3. 2 (two) video materials per quarter, each video having a duration of 30 to 60 seconds.
3. Promotional materials shall be prepared with due care, in a manner consistent with good practice, the sporting nature of the cooperation, and the Sponsor's legitimate interests.
4. The detailed publication schedule, scope of content, method of tagging the Sponsor, approval procedure for materials, and additional promotional obligations of the Parties shall be set out in Appendix No. 1.

§5. Display of the Sponsor's Branding

1. The Player undertakes to display the Sponsor's logo:
   1. on the right sleeve of the sports shirt,
   2. on the right chest side of the sports shirt,
   3. on tracksuits and jackets, in corresponding positions.
2. The final specification concerning the logo format, dimensions, colors, production method, and approval rules for graphic designs shall be set out in Appendix No. 2.
3. The cost of printing and preparing sponsor markings shall be covered from the budget referred to in §3 paragraph 3, in accordance with the settlement rules applicable thereto.

§6. Player's Image Rights

1. The Parties agree that the rules governing the use of the Player's name, surname, likeness, photographs, audiovisual recordings, and broadly understood image rights shall be set out in Appendix No. 4 to this Agreement.
2. The Sponsor may use the Player's image only within the scope and under the conditions provided for in Appendix No. 4.
3. Acting on behalf of the minor Player, the Legal Guardian grants consent to the use of the Player's image within the scope arising from this Agreement and Appendix No. 4.

§7. Obligations of the Player and the Legal Guardian

1. The Player undertakes to:
   1. continue his training and education process with due diligence,
   2. participate in sports competitions in accordance with the training plan, taking into account his health condition, sporting capabilities, and qualification for particular tournaments,
   3. maintain the Sponsor's reputation and good image,
   4. refrain from any actions that could harm the Sponsor's good name.
2. The Legal Guardian undertakes to:
   1. supervise the proper performance of the Player's obligations under this Agreement,
   2. cooperate with the Sponsor in organizational, promotional, and settlement matters,
   3. submit settlement documents in accordance with the rules set out in this Agreement and in Appendix No. 3.
3. The Parties acknowledge that this Agreement does not constitute a guarantee that the Player will achieve specific sports results, rankings, or entry rights to particular tournaments.

§8. Settlement Rules

1. Expenses covered from the budget referred to in §3 paragraph 3 must be documented by accounting documents meeting the requirements of applicable laws and by proof of electronic payment.
2. Settlement documents shall be submitted to the Sponsor within 14 days from the date the expense was incurred or from the end of the relevant settlement period.
3. The Sponsor shall have the right to verify the validity of the submitted expenses and to refuse their coverage if the requirements set out in this Agreement are not met.
4. The detailed settlement rules, document flow, and approval deadlines shall be specified in Appendix No. 3.

§9. Nature of Costs and Tax Rules

1. For contractual purposes, the Parties agree that:
   1. the amount of EUR 20,000 shall be treated as a marketing expense,
   2. the Sponsor's coverage of 50% of the French Touch Academy costs, calculated on the amount of EUR 39,500, shall be treated as a sponsorship expense.
2. The final tax, accounting, and bookkeeping classification of the expenses incurred by the Sponsor shall be made in accordance with the laws applicable to the Sponsor's registered office and the applicable accounting and tax rules.
3. The Parties undertake to cooperate in providing information and documents necessary for the proper settlement of this Agreement.

§10. Representations of the Parties

1. The Sponsor represents that it enters into this Agreement for the purpose of promoting its business, brand, products, or services.
2. The Legal Guardian represents that he is authorized to represent the minor Player for the conclusion and performance of this Agreement.
3. The Player and the Legal Guardian represent that the data indicated in this Agreement are true and current.

§11. Confidentiality

1. The Parties undertake to keep confidential all financial, organizational, and commercial provisions resulting from this Agreement, except where disclosure is required by law, a decision of a competent authority, or the need to provide documents to professional legal, tax, or accounting advisers.
2. The confidentiality obligation shall remain binding after the termination or expiry of this Agreement.

§12. Termination of the Agreement

1. Either Party may terminate this Agreement with immediate effect in the event of a material breach of its provisions by the other Party, after prior notice requiring the other Party to cease the breach or remedy its effects within 14 days, unless the nature of the breach makes remedy impossible.
2. The Sponsor shall have the right to terminate this Agreement with immediate effect, in particular in the event of:
   1. use of the funds contrary to their intended purpose,
   2. submission of unreliable or false settlement documents,
   3. conduct by the Player harming the good name, reputation, or interests of the Sponsor.
3. The Player, acting through the Legal Guardian, shall have the right to terminate this Agreement with immediate effect in the event of gross or persistent failure by the Sponsor to perform its payment obligations under this Agreement.

§13. Force Majeure

1. The Parties shall not be liable for non-performance or improper performance of their obligations under this Agreement if caused by force majeure circumstances.
2. Circumstances justifying an appropriate adjustment of the manner of performance of this Agreement shall also include long-term injury, illness, or any other objective obstacle preventing the Player from carrying out his sports plan.
3. In the cases indicated above, the Parties shall immediately enter into discussions in order to determine the further manner of performing this Agreement.

§14. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

1. The governing law of this Agreement shall be the law of ............................................................
2. The Parties undertake to resolve amicably any disputes arising out of this Agreement.
3. In the absence of an amicable settlement, disputes shall be resolved by the court having jurisdiction over ............................................................

§15. Appendices

The following appendices form an integral part of this Agreement:

1. Appendix No. 1 - Publication Schedule and Promotional Activities,
2. Appendix No. 2 - Specification and Rules for the Use of the Sponsor's Logo,
3. Appendix No. 3 - Cost Settlement Procedure,
4. Appendix No. 4 - Consent and Rules for the Use of the Player's Image.

§16. Final Provisions

1. Any amendments to this Agreement shall require written form to be valid, unless the Parties expressly agree otherwise.
2. If any provision of this Agreement is found invalid or ineffective, this shall not affect the validity of the remaining provisions.
3. This Agreement has been drawn up in 2 identical counterparts, one for each Party.
4. This Agreement shall enter into force on the date of its signature.

Signatures of the Parties

Appendix No. 1

Publication Schedule and Promotional Activities

to the Sports Sponsorship Agreement dated .................................. .

1. The Player undertakes to perform the following minimum promotional services:
   1. 4 Instagram posts per month,
   2. 4 Instagram stories per month,
   3. 2 video materials per quarter, each with a duration of 30 to 60 seconds.
2. Each publication shall include, if required by the Sponsor:
   1. tagging of the Sponsor's profile,
   2. the Sponsor's designated hashtag,
   3. visible reference to the sponsorship cooperation.
3. Materials may concern in particular:
   1. training sessions,
   2. tournament preparation,
   3. tournament participation,
   4. the Player's daily sports life,
   5. academy and travel-related content.
4. The Sponsor may propose topics, dates, or themes for publications, with due respect to the sporting nature of the Player's activity.
5. Unless otherwise agreed, drafts of video materials or clearly promotional publications should be submitted to the Sponsor for approval no later than 3 business days before the planned publication date.
6. Failure by the Sponsor to provide comments within 2 business days from receipt of the material for approval shall be deemed approval.
7. In the event of a temporary obstacle to publication for sporting, health, or organizational reasons, the Parties shall agree on a replacement date.

Sponsor's signature: ........................................................
Legal Guardian's signature: ........................................

Appendix No. 2

Specification and Rules for the Use of the Sponsor's Logo

to the Sports Sponsorship Agreement dated .................................. .

1. The Sponsor's logo shall be placed:
   1. on the right sleeve of the sports shirt,
   2. on the right chest side of the sports shirt,
   3. on tracksuits and jackets in corresponding positions.
2. The Sponsor shall provide the logo files in an appropriate format, in particular:
   1. vector format, or
   2. high-resolution format.
3. The final dimensions, colors, and printing technique shall be agreed by the Parties before the branding is produced.
4. The Player undertakes not to use the Sponsor's logo in a manner inconsistent with the Sponsor's guidelines.
5. The Sponsor consents to the use of its logo exclusively for the purposes related to the performance of this Agreement.
6. The costs of printing and preparing sponsor branding shall be covered from the EUR 20,000 budget, in accordance with the rules set out in this Agreement and Appendix No. 3.

Sponsor's signature: ........................................................
Legal Guardian's signature: ........................................

Appendix No. 3

Cost Settlement Procedure

to the Sports Sponsorship Agreement dated .................................. .

1. Expenses covered from the EUR 20,000 budget may include only the costs indicated in the Agreement.
2. Each expense must be documented by:
   1. an invoice, receipt, or another accounting document,
   2. proof of electronic payment.
3. The following expenses shall not be eligible for settlement:
   1. expenses paid in cash,
   2. undocumented expenses,
   3. expenses not directly related to the purpose of the Agreement.
4. Settlement documents shall be sent to the Sponsor electronically to the following address: ........................................................
5. The deadline for submitting settlement documents shall be 14 days from the date the expense was incurred or from the end of the settlement period.
6. The Sponsor shall verify the documents within .......... business days from the date of receipt.
7. Reimbursement of approved costs shall be made by bank transfer to the account indicated by the Legal Guardian:
   • account holder: ........................................................
   • account number / IBAN: ........................................................
   • bank: ........................................................
8. The Sponsor shall have the right to request additional explanations or documents if necessary for the proper settlement of costs.
9. Costs of printing and preparing sponsor branding shall be settled under the same rules.

Sponsor's signature: ........................................................
Legal Guardian's signature: ........................................

Appendix No. 4

Consent and Rules for the Use of the Player's Image

to the Sports Sponsorship Agreement dated .................................. .

1. The Legal Guardian consents to the Sponsor's use of the Player's name, surname, image, likeness, photographs, and audiovisual materials depicting the Player, exclusively within the scope related to the performance of the Sports Sponsorship Agreement.
2. The consent covers, in particular, the use of the Player's image:
   1. on the Sponsor's website,
   2. on the Sponsor's social media channels,
   3. in the Sponsor's promotional, commercial, and presentation materials,
   4. in video materials related to the sponsorship cooperation.
3. The Player's image may not be used:
   1. in a manner infringing his good name, dignity, or privacy,
   2. in a context inconsistent with the sporting nature of the cooperation,
   3. outside the scope resulting from the Agreement without separate consent.
4. The consent is granted for the term of the Agreement, with the possibility of further use of already published archival materials, provided that this does not infringe the Player's interests.
5. At the request of the Legal Guardian, the Sponsor shall cease publishing new materials going beyond the agreed scope of cooperation.
6. The Parties confirm that particular cases of image use may require separate approval prior to publication.

Sponsor's signature: ........................................................
Legal Guardian's signature: ........................................