Tennis & Country Club Fujairah to host ITF World Junior Championship

January 18, 2015. Dubai, UAE: Tennis & Country Club Fujairah has affirmed their position as venue host to the 7th ITF World Junior Championship for the first time. Returning to Fujairah after two years, the ITF World Junior Tennis Competition is an International Team Competition for girls and boys aged 18 and under. The governing body, International Tennis Federation (ITF) is made up of 210 national tennis associations or corresponding organizations of independent countries or territories. Almost every top player in the world started in the ITF Junior Circuit, which now takes in over 400 tournaments in nearly 120 countries.

The opening rounds will take place on January 19th. The main draw will have 32 boys and 32 girls, who will compete for a place in the finals, which will be held on January 23rdand 24th, 2015. The event will be graced by the presence of noted VIPs.

“We look forward to watching the competition unfold between the future stars of tennis. Tennis is fast becoming one of the most enjoyed sports in the UAE, and one that can be enjoyed by all age groups”, adds Angelo Soysa, Club Manager, Tennis & Country Club Fujairah.

“It is a great honour to host the ITF World Junior Championship at Tennis & Country Club.  Tennis enthusiasts can expect to witness a wonderful spectacle of intense competition and thrilling excitement.” says Patrick Antaki, Complex General Manager to Le Méridien Al Aqah Beach Resort and Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, overlooking the Tennis & Country Club Fujairah.

All sports enthusiasts are welcome. The entry to the matches will be free of charge.

Food & Beverages as well as discounted day out passes will be available for the entire club.