Historic Cheltenham Open Tennis Tournament attracts over 300 players
Founded 94 years ago in 1930, last week’s Cheltenham Open Tennis Tournament attracted players from as far afield as Middlesex, Nottinghamshire and Cornwall.
With 318 entries and 366 matches played, the windy conditions didn’t make it ideal. Still, the lack of rain did mean the tournament was played to schedule. Comprising 22 events, the level of competition was demonstrated by the fact that titles for home players were hard to come by.
Ed Bennett (L) Oliver Harmer (R). Finlay Dagnall (L) Ben Powell (R)
Congratulations to the following East Glos players on their titles.
- Milly Ponting: Winner women’s singles and 18U girls’ doubles.
- Sam Austin: Winner 18U boys’ singles and doubles.
- Oliver Harmer: Winner 16U boys’ singles; 18U boys’ doubles.
- Ben Powell & Fin Dagnall: Men’s doubles.
Well done also to the following club players who were finalists.
Hannah Watkins: Women’s singles; Julia Ratuszna: Women’s doubles); Amelia Moore: 18U doubles; Mia Bloxham: 11U singles
Thank you to the club staff for pulling together so well and, of course, to tournament organiser Simon Corbishley. Players are attracted to this event because of the experience they enjoy, which is a testament to the club’s offering. Thanks also to our club members for sharing the club’s facilities.
2025 tournament: Interested in sponsorship?
This is an excellent opportunity to promote your business to hundreds of players and spectators. For more information, please contact club manager Darren Morris or tournament organiser Simon Corbishley.