Cancellation of the 2024 Edition of the Ath Open International Wheelchair Tennis Tournament
Due to the current situation, it is with deep regret that the organizing committee of the Ath Open announces the cancellation of the 2024 edition of its international wheelchair tennis tournament. This decision, although difficult to make, has emerged as the most reasonable to ensure the safety and well-being of all participants and stakeholders.
For more than two decades, the Ath Open has been an unmissable event, bringing together extraordinary athletes, passionate supporters, and committed partners. In the 22 previous editions, the committee has always been able to count on the unwavering support of many partners and sponsors, whose generosity and commitment have been essential to the success of the event. We would like to thank them warmly for their continued loyalty and support.
We also express our gratitude to the enthusiastic players, whose determination and talent have made each edition a true celebration of sport and inclusion. Their participation has been a constant source of inspiration and motivation for all of us.
A huge thank you to our dedicated volunteers, who, year after year, dedicate their time and energy to the successful organization of the tournament. Their hard work and dedication have allowed the Ath Open to become a benchmark event in the world of wheelchair tennis.
We would like to thank in particular the service clubs who have given us their help and their precious support. Their contribution has been crucial to the smooth running of each edition and has largely contributed to creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere for all participants.
We know that this cancellation is a disappointment for all those who, like us, were looking forward to this new edition.
We thank you all for your understanding and continued support.
Thank you all.
The Organizing Committee of the "Ath Open"
Ath Open International
Tournament Director : Sylvie Dasseler - +32 474 28 35 45 - This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Head Referee : Jean Dauge - +32 476 79 28 58 - This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
c/o RTC ATH - Route de Flobecq, 18 - 7800 Ath
ATH OPEN organizers want to offer to all Belgian practitioners the opportunity to find homes (and therefore cheaply) an opportunity to meet athletes regional, national and international in order to advance in their discipline. That is why they take the challenge since 2000 and complete the Belgian offer of the UNIQLO WHEELCHAIR TENNIS TOUR that included only at the time the Antwerp Open and the Belgium Open (Namur). This tournament circuit of wheelchair tennis set on foot by the International Federation of Tennis (I.T.F.) allows, as valid, the establishment of a global ranking by awarding points at each tournament.
Now with a prize money of $14,000, ATH OPEN is listed in category ITF 3 from the international circuit comprising more than 160 events in 40 countries (around 50 in Europe). For the less experienced players, the ATH OPEN also offers a second prize money to reward them and to motivate them to continue their sporting activity. For example, thanks to it, a player could buy a good racket.
Ideally suited to this type of event by its infrastructure, C.T.S. ATH generously hosts this event.
The success of the 2016 edition (with for the sixth time, a category reserved for juniors) and the general satisfaction of all athletes who participated (more than 60 participants from 14 different nations) have contributed to the success of this event.
ATH OPEN meets all the objectives it has set for itself: quality hospitality in a warm ambiance, progression, or maintenance in the world for our national hopes rankings, financial aid to Belgian participants. Moreover, to serve a purpose more social, financial assistance is granted to some players who can not always afford to other tournaments over the year.
For17 years, ATH OPEN also aims to be a portal on tennis in a wheelchair and tries to promote, to publicize this discipline as well among people with mobility to the public where the importance of media coverage. During the last edition, the press (print, radio and television) answered this once again.
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