The summer sports calendar brings several exciting events, particularly in baseball, golf, and tennis. The bulk of the tennis season takes place during the summer, and one of the most anticipated tennis events in the U.S. is just around the corner. The Mubadala Citi Open, a massive tournament featuring many of the world’s top players, will begin in late July in Washington, D.C.
The Citi Open, often called the Washington Open, is a significant tournament featuring male and female singles and doubles brackets. Aside from the four majors, the Citi Open holds high importance on the tennis calendar as an ATP-WTA 500 event. The players will compete in a single elimination tournament, with 48 players in the men’s singles bracket, 32 players in the women’s singles bracket, and 16 teams of two in both the men’s and women’s doubles brackets. The winners receive massive cash prizes and important ranking points that boost their place in the standings.
This year, the Citi Open will be held from July 29th–August 6th at the William H.G. FitzGerald Tennis Center in Rock Creek Park. The tournament will utilize the venue’s 15 hard courts for the matches, attracting some of the most talented tennis players and tens of thousands of fans to the city.
While the full slate of competitors has yet to be announced, many of the top male and female tennis players have already committed to playing in the Citi Open. On the men’s side, big names including Daniil Medvedev, Frances Tiafoe, and Nick Kyrgios have announced their intention to play. Kyrgios had a successful run at the 2022 Citi Open, where he won both the men’s singles and doubles tournaments. On the women’s side, Coco Gauff, Jessica Pegula, and Caroline Garcia are locked in. After claiming victory in the 2019 tournament, Pegula will aim to repeat her success this year.
Renowned for its engaging fan experience, this year’s Citi Open will once again offer several exciting features. Some of the best chefs in the D.C. area will create a delectable culinary lineup. Gourmet snacks, including truffle popcorn and Italian treats, will be available, as well as traditional sporting event classics and tasty beverages.
Tickets for the event are available online, with prices varying based on factors such as the round of the tournament and the location of the seats. Full tournament packages that give buyers access to every game range from $325 to $1,700.
