Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP)
Geneva replaces Dusseldorf on ATP World Tour calendar
The Association of Tennis Professionals has confirmed Geneva will take the spot on its ATP World Tour vacated by Dusseldorf from 2015.
ATP won’t ‘chase the cash’ to find future World Tour Finals host
Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP) executive chairman and president Chris Kermode has said the organisation will not be “chasing the cash” in determining the future host for its World Tour Finals, adding that a market with a strong tennis fanbase will be sought.
ATP forms advisory boards to enhance long-term vision
The Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP) has announced the formation of two advisory boards to assist the organisation in its long-term planning for the development of men’s tennis.
Dusseldorf Open cancelled due to lack of title sponsor
ATP World Tour men’s tennis event the Dusseldorf Open has been cancelled after organisers were unable to secure the necessary commercial backing for its return in 2015.
London facing competition for ATP World Tour Finals rights
Four unnamed regions are in the running to contest London’s staging of the ATP World Tour Finals, according to Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP) chief executive Chris Kermode.
ATP chief labels IPTL as ‘glorified exhibitions’
Association of Tennis Professionals executive chairman and president Chris Kermode has dismissed the new International Premier Tennis League (IPTL) as a series of “glorified exhibitions” and has outlined his vision to introduce a formal four-year calendar for the ATP Tour, along with bolstering the Challenger Circuit.
USTA takes on Memphis’ U.S. National Indoor Tennis Championships
The United States Tennis Association (USTA) has joined forces with host organisation the Racquet Club of Memphis to acquire the U.S. National Indoor Tennis Championships in a bid to ensure the long-running Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP) event remains in the American city.
ATP World Tour cancels Israel Open
The inaugural Israel Open men’s tennis tournament has been cancelled by the ATP World Tour, which operates the event, due to the ongoing conflict in the Gaza Strip.
Turkey lands first ATP World Tour event
The Association of Tennis Professionals has announced its first event in Turkey with Istanbul set to host an ATP World Tour 250 tournament beginning next year.
Queen’s Club partners up with Q App
London’s Queen’s Club tennis venue has partnered with mobile ordering platform Q App to enhance its customer service.
ATP Tour set for return to Israel
The Association of Tennis Professionals has announced that its ATP World Tour 250 event in St. Petersburg, Russia, will be relocated to Tel Aviv, Israel, in a move that will see the men’s tour return to the country for the first time since 1996.
Headliner: Chris Kermode
Experienced tennis executive and new ATP chief Chris Kermode gives Matt Cutler his vision for men’s tennis, and why he wants to turn ATP World Tour events into sports entertainment behemoths.
Video: Chris Kermode
Experienced tennis executive and new ATP chief Chris Kermode gave Matt Cutler his vision for men’s tennis.
ATP to give new emphasis to grass-court game for 2015 World Tour
The Association of Tennis Professionals has released its 2015 ATP World Tour calendar, with the season set to incorporate a three-week grass-court swing in the lead up to the Wimbledon Championships for the first time.
Djokovic endorsement drive ticks over with Seiko deal
Men’s world No.2 tennis star Novak Djokovic has entered into a three-year global partnership with Japanese watch manufacturer Seiko.
ATP replaces World Tour host Bangkok with Shenzhen
The ATP (Association of Tennis Professionals) board of directors have approved the relocation of the ATP World Tour 250 tournament from Bangkok to Shenzhen in China from next year onwards.
ATP names Kermode executive chairman
The Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP) has appointed Chris Kermode executive chairman and president.
SA Tennis CEO resigns after decade reign
After nearly 10 years at the helm, Tennis South Africa (TSA) chief executive Ian Smith has stepped down.