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sports2 years ago

Western & Southern Open Commits to Staying in Mason, Ohio

The Western & Southern Open will remain in Cincinnati after successfully fending off a bid from Charlotte, North Carolina. The tournament, which has been held in Cincinnati since 1899, announced that over $200 million in investments will be made to the Linder Family Tennis Center. Starting in 2025, the tournament will expand to two weeks of competition for both men and women. Funding for the upgrades will come from the state, county, and city, totaling $130 million. The 2024 Western & Southern Open is scheduled to take place from August 12 to August 20.

via WLWT Cincinnati|
#cincinnati#mason#sports
sports2 years ago

Novak Djokovic Triumphs Over Carlos Alcaraz to Claim Cincinnati Title

Novak Djokovic defeated Carlos Alcaraz in a thrilling three-set match to win the Western & Southern Open title in Cincinnati, Ohio. Djokovic rallied from a set and a break down, saving a championship point, to claim his 95th ATP Tour title. The match, which lasted nearly four hours, was described by Djokovic as one of the toughest and most exciting he has ever played. Djokovic expressed hope to face Alcaraz again in the upcoming US Open, while Alcaraz praised Djokovic as a champion and expressed gratitude for the learning experience. Djokovic's victory marks his first tournament win on US soil since 2021, as he was previously unable to enter the country due to Covid-19 restrictions.

via CNN|
#carlos-alcaraz#cincinnati#novak-djokovic
sports2 years ago

"Gauff Makes History with First Masters 1000 Title at Western & Southern Open"

Coco Gauff, the seventh-seeded American tennis player, made history by becoming the first teenager in over 50 years to win the Western & Southern Open. Gauff secured her first Masters 1000 title with a 6-3, 6-4 victory over Karolina Muchova. Despite a spotty first set, Gauff gained control in the second set and closed out the match after surviving three match points. This win will see Gauff rise to No. 6 in the WTA rankings.

via ESPN|
#coco-gauff#masters-1000-title#sports
sports2 years ago

Alcaraz and Djokovic Set for Epic Rematch in Cincinnati

Carlos Alcaraz rallied to defeat Hubert Hurkacz and set up a rematch with Novak Djokovic in the final of the Western & Southern Open. Alcaraz, who beat Djokovic at Wimbledon last month, is aiming to become the youngest champion in Cincinnati since Boris Becker in 1985. Despite playing three-set matches throughout the tournament, Alcaraz feels great and is confident heading into the final. Djokovic, on the other hand, defeated Alexander Zverev to reach the final and is looking to win his third title in the US Open tuneup.

via ESPN|
#carlos-alcaraz#novak-djokovic#rematch
sports2 years ago

Carlos Alcaraz Triumphs Over Tommy Paul in Cincinnati Showdown

Carlos Alcaraz defeats Tommy Paul in a thrilling third-round match at the Western & Southern Open in Cincinnati, avenging his loss to Paul in the Toronto quarter-finals. Alcaraz held his nerve in a rain-affected decider to secure a three-hour, 10-minute victory. The Spaniard will face qualifier Max Purcell in the quarter-finals, aiming to maintain his No. 1 ranking in the Pepperstone ATP Rankings.

via ATP Tour|
#atp-tour#carlos-alcaraz#sports
sports2 years ago

Tennis Stars Speak Out: Empathy and Support Needed for Players

World No.1 tennis player Iga Swiatek called for more empathy and support from fans after receiving hurtful messages following her third-round win at the Western & Southern Open. Swiatek expressed her disappointment at the amount of hate and criticism she and her team receive, urging people to be more thoughtful when commenting online. She emphasized the hard work and sacrifices made by players and asked for a focus on the positive aspects of their performances. Swiatek's call for empathy was supported by fellow player Ons Jabeur, who acknowledged the presence of negative individuals but encouraged moving forward.

via WTA Tennis|
#empathy#iga-swiatek#online-harassment
sports2 years ago

"Stefanos Tsitsipas Takes on Bee-Imitating Fan in Cincinnati"

Stefanos Tsitsipas requested that a fan be removed from the Western & Southern Open after they allegedly imitated a buzzing sound during his match against Ben Shelton. Tsitsipas complained to the umpire about the disturbance and identified the fan responsible. Although the umpire instructed Tsitsipas to return if the buzzing continued, the Greek athlete ultimately won the match and will advance to the round of 16.

via New York Post |
#fan-disturbance#sports#sportsmanship
sports2 years ago

Venus Williams Shocks Tennis World with First Top-20 Win in Four Years

Venus Williams, ranked 533rd, defeated 16th-ranked Veronika Kudermetova in the first round of the Western & Southern Open, marking her first win against a top-20 player in four years. Williams rallied from deficits in both sets, converting six of nine break points and enduring two rain delays. Another American veteran, Sloane Stephens, also won her match, while Felix Auger-Aliassime secured a victory on the men's side.

via ESPN|
#comeback-victory#sports#tennis
sports2 years ago

Cincinnati's Western & Southern Open: Updates, Draws, and Local Players

The Western & Southern Open, a nearly 125-year-old tennis tournament, may be leaving Mason as the Charlotte City Council moves forward on a $400 million tennis complex to potentially house the event. The new owners of the tournament, Beemok Capital Group, have asked for $150 million in improvements to the Lindner Family Tennis Center to keep the tournament in Mason. So far, Ohio has pledged $48 million, but an announcement on the tournament's future is expected this fall.

via WCPO 9 Cincinnati|
#beemok-capital-group#charlotte-city-council#mason
sports2 years ago

Western & Southern Open Considers Relocation After Charlotte City Council Vote

Charlotte City Council has voted unanimously to contribute $65 million towards building a massive tennis complex to lure the Western & Southern Open, currently held in Mason, Ohio, to the south. The state, county, and city have already pledged nearly $50 million for structural upgrades to the current complex. The Western & Southern Open generates $70 million a year for the region, and Warren County officials are working to convince the owners, Beemok Capital Group, to stay in Ohio.

via WCPO 9 Cincinnati|
#charlotte#funding#mason
sports2 years ago

Charlotte invests $65M in bid for major tennis tournament.

The Charlotte City Council has approved $65 million in funding for a proposed $400 million, 40-court tennis complex that could become the new home of the Western & Southern Open. Taxpayers would fund around $130 million of the project, and the tournament owner, Beemok Capital, would fund the rest. The company's decision about whether the tournament will be relocated is expected to come this summer. If it moves, the first tournament in Charlotte would be held in 2026.

via The Cincinnati Enquirer|
#beemok-capital#charlotte#mason
sports2 years ago

Possible Relocation of Western & Southern Open Tennis Tournament to Charlotte

The Western & Southern Open, a major tennis tournament that has been held in Cincinnati for over 120 years, could be relocated to Charlotte as the new owner, billionaire Ben Navarro, considers moving the event. Navarro has plans for a state-of-the-art tennis facility in Charlotte, and potential government partners are discussing how much help they might give to make it happen. The decision on whether to move the tournament will be made after this summer's event.

via WLWT Cincinnati|
#ben-navarro#charlotte#cincinnati
sports2 years ago

Charlotte Could Become a Major Tennis Destination with Proposed Stadium and Tournament Move

The new owners of the Western & Southern Open tennis tournament, Beemok Capital, are considering moving the event from Mason, Ohio to Charlotte, North Carolina. The move would involve building a $400 million tennis complex in Charlotte, which would have an economic impact of $275 million and 350,000 global ticket sales. Beemok Capital is currently evaluating its options before investing in an expansion of the tournament. The Ohio House has included an $84.5 million earmark for the Lindner center, where the tournament is currently held, to aid a $150 million expansion of the facility.

via The Cincinnati Enquirer|
#ben-navarro#charlotte#expansion
sports2 years ago

"Possible Move: Western & Southern Open Tennis Tournament to Charlotte's New Tennis Campus"

The new owner of the Western & Southern Open, Benjamin Navarro, has proposed moving the tennis tournament from Mason to Charlotte and constructing a 50-acre tennis stadium and complex in the River District of west Charlotte. Navarro's investment company, Beemok Capital, is asking for the public to fund a third of the $400 million project. The proposal comes as State Rep. Adam Mathews recently introduced an amendment to Ohio's budget bill to allocate $22.5 million toward expanding the tournament at its current location. Beemok Capital said it is evaluating a number of options before making substantial investments required to host an expanded event.

via WCPO 9 Cincinnati|
#charlotte#mason#sports