Tennis fans no longer have to travel to London, Sydney, or New York City to witness elite play. Charlotte joins an impressive club of destinations on Friday, Dec. 6, when the Spectrum Center hosts the Charlotte Invitational. The Queen City’s one-night-only pro-tennis tournament aims to be a grand slam event, featuring some of the sport’s biggest names: Carlos Alcaraz (the No. 3 ranked player in the world), vs. Frances Tiafoe + Madison Keys vs. Sloane Stephens.
Don’t miss out. Tickets are still available.
Before taking the court, Keys and Stephens joined the Charlotte Sports Foundation and Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation to unveil a newly refurbished tennis court at L.C. Coleman Park, further spreading the love of the game.
The West Charlotte Recreation Center received tennis rackets and balls for future players + announced a new partnership with Black Tennis Connect to build community tennis programming across the Queen City.
Before drawing massive crowds for tournaments like the Charlotte Invitational, every great athlete must begin their journey somewhere. This newly refurbished court in west Charlotte could prove to be the stage where a future tennis star is born.
Do you love tennis? If you’re a self-described pro or just a beginner, check out the ample opportunities across Charlotte to enjoy and improve your game.
