This Week’s Tournament:
BB&T Atanta Open – Atlanta, GA
John Isner Seeking 4th Atlanta Title
Isner is not playing in the Olympics in Rio this year. Instead, Isner is in Atlanta as he attempts to win the BB&T Atlanta Open for the 4th year in a row. An American has won the tournament every year since it launched in 2010. Besides Isner, past winners also include Andy Roddick and Mardy Fish. You can still put your USA! USA! chants to good use in Atlanta this week.
Olympic Tennis Starts August 6th
While it seems the player entry list gets smaller every day, Novak Djokovic, Andy Murray, and Rafa Nadal are all scheduled to play in the Olympics in Rio. Round 1 tennis action starts this Saturday, August 6th! Be sure to check the ITF page for the most updated list.
World Team Tennis Action Underway
The WTT season started over the weekend. Come out an support your local team! The matches are a fun way to see some of your favorite pros up close in a more relaxed setting. If you’re in NYC, you can catch the action at the historic Forest Hills Stadium in Queens! Andy Roddick and Mardy Fish will be playing against each other there on August 9th. Check out the full schedule here!