The Coral Beach & Tennis Club will host the Bermuda Breeze Championships from December 9 to December 15, marking the “largest-ever USTA tournament field” in the island’s history.
A spokesperson said, “The Coral Beach & Tennis Club is set to host the largest-ever USTA tournament field in Bermuda’s history, with over 150 elite players from around the globe competing in the prestigious Bermuda Breeze Championships from December 9 to December 15, 2024.
“This USTA Level 2 and ITF 700 tournament has attracted an unprecedented international field, drawing elite players from across North America, the Caribbean, South America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia, along with top local Bermudian talent.
“The tournament features multiple world-ranked competitors in various age divisions, with particularly strong fields in the 40+, 45+, and 75+ categories with many players in the top five and top ten in the world. To ensure the highest standard of competition, official USTA umpires and match officials will be traveling from the United States to oversee the tournament.”
Nik Bhola, General Manager of the Coral Beach & Tennis Club, said, “The international response to this year’s tournament has been extraordinary. To host such a distinguished field of players, including multiple world-ranked competitors, is a testament to both Bermuda’s appeal as a tennis destination and our club’s world-class facilities.
“Our recent investment in state-of-the-art lighting on our stadium courts allows us to extend play well into the evening hours, enabling us to accommodate this record-breaking field of competitors in December. This event truly showcases Bermuda’s position on the global tennis stage.”
Patrick Singleton, Sports Director at the Coral Beach & Tennis Club, said, “This tournament’s remarkable growth reflects Bermuda’s historic connection to tennis in the Americas.
“Few people realize that Bermuda played a pivotal role in bringing tennis to the United States in 1874, and Bermudians were instrumental in establishing the USTA in 1881. Today, we’re proud to be one of the few venues outside the United States authorized to host USTA National Championships.
“The quality of tennis that spectators will witness during tournament week will be exceptional, with multiple world-ranked players competing. Events like this significantly boost Bermuda’s sports tourism profile, bringing visitors to the island during our shoulder season and showcasing Bermuda as a premier tennis destination.”
The spokesperson said, “The Coral Beach & Tennis Club’s unique status as an international USTA championship venue adds prestige event.”
Tournament Director Monika Rowat said, “The caliber of this year’s field is extraordinary. Tennis fans will witness world-class competition across all age divisions, from 30s through 70s, in singles, doubles, and mixed doubles events.”
The spokesperson said, “Tennis enthusiasts and sports fans are encouraged to attend this historic tournament. The club’s spectacular viewing areas provide excellent vantage points to observe some of the highest-level tennis played in Bermuda this year.
“The tournament features the following categories:
Men’s Competition:
Singles and Doubles: Open, 40+, 45+, 50+, 55+, 60+, 65+, 70+, and 75+ [with 75+ featuring the tournament’s largest draw]
Women’s Competition:
Singles: Open, 40+, 50+, 55+, and 65+
Doubles: 40+, 50+, 60+, and 65+
Mixed Doubles: Open, 40+, 50+, and 60+
“The tournament has received tremendous support from sponsors. The Bermuda Tourism Authority has been instrumental in promoting this prestigious event. Butterfield & Vallis, Goslings, and BGA have provided essential backing. BermudAir and Current Vehicles are offering special discounts to players, while Coco Reef and Azura hotels are providing preferential rates for tournament participants.
“For more information about the tournament, you can call the tennis shop on 239 7216 or email tennis@coralbeach.bm, or go online.”
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