NOTTINGHAM TENNIS CENTRE River, Ocean and Expeditions Inspiring Journeys on Ships Designed for Discovery
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5-13 JUNE | NOTTINGHAM TENNIS CENTRE River, Ocean and Expeditions Inspiring journeys on ships designed for discovery Since Viking launched its first river cruise in 1997, it has become recognised for inspiring, award-winning journeys, where you can immerse yourself in each destination. Our fleet of innovative river, ocean and, now, expedition ships are purpose-built for your enjoyment and comfort. Cutting-edge engineering ensures the smoothest voyage. Serene Scandinavian interior design and panoramic views greet you at every turn. Spectacular onboard areas feature familiar spaces unique to Viking. While unrivalled service promises a relaxing and rewarding experience. Building on our legacy of exploration, our new expedition journeys Arctic Adventure and Antarctic Explorer reveal an awe-inspiring view of the planet and its wildlife in pristine landscapes. All on extraordinary new ships designed for discovery, and which feature many industry firsts. We look forward to sharing these new frontiers with you, where you can explore even more of the world in comfort. Call 020 8780 7900 or book online at viking.com As an official partner of the LTA, Viking is the proud sponsor of the Viking Open Nottingham, Viking Classic Birmingham and Viking International Eastbourne DELIGHTED TO WELCOME I am delighted to welcome you to the 2021 LTA summer grass court tennis events - the YOU Viking Open Nottingham, Viking Classic Birmingham Viking shares the LTA’s passion for innovation and and Viking International also their commitment to making tennis accessible Eastbourne. to everyone. As part of our partnership, we are pleased to support Seniors Tennis and we will be Viking, which offers culturally enriching, offering free tennis lessons later this year to over destination-focused river, ocean and expedition 50s and Viking guests through the LTA’s network voyages, is a proud supporter of many historic and of clubs and professional coaches. beloved British institutions so we are thrilled to be an official partner of the LTA, the national governing To all the key workers joining us today, you deserve body of tennis for Great Britain which was founded special recognition - on behalf of Viking, the LTA in 1888. and all of the tennis fans here, thank you. Your hard work and dedication over the past year and a half will We are very pleased to bring people together this never be forgotten – and it’s the reason we are all summer to reconnect through our shared love able to come together at these events this summer. of tennis, a sport which is particularly close to all our hearts here in the UK. This year, more than I hope you enjoy the tournament - here’s to ever before, we are all looking forward to enjoying a summer of world class tennis and creating outdoor events together – safely and responsibly - memories with our loved ones. as well as having the opportunity to watch some of the world’s best players in action. As we all begin exploring the world once again, we hope to welcome you on board a Viking ship very soon. Wendy Atkin-Smith Managing Director, Viking UK 3 WELCOME TO Dear Tennis Fans, It gives me great pleasure broadcast or the Tour’s digital platforms, we hope to welcome you to the you enjoy the action, entertainment and inspiration city of Nottingham for the athletes of the WTA provide. It’s because of our the 2021 Viking Open loyal fanbase that tennis is the leading global sport Nottingham, which will for women. once again showcase the world’s best tennis players. It has required tremendous hard work and collaboration to be able to stage the 2021 Viking Last season presented significant challenges - to Open Nottingham this year, across sponsors, tennis, the sports industry and the world as a whole local suppliers, dedicated tournament staff and - and the WTA with everyone is still navigating volunteers, and I would like to express my sincere safely through these unprecedented times. thanks and appreciation to the team in Nottingham and the government of the United Kingdom Whether you are with us at the Nottingham for their ongoing commitment to women’s Tennis Centre or following the event remotely via professional tennis. As we reach the halfway point of the 2021 season, we remain optimistic that a return to normality in tennis and for the world is on the horizon, and I look forward to continuing the WTA story with you. Stay safe. Sincerely, Steve Simon Chairman & CEO WTA – Women’s Tennis Association 4 RAJEEV RAM & JOE SALISBURY NITTO ATP FINALS 2020 THIS IS EVERY SURFACE, EVERY SHOT EVERY EMOTION FOLLOW THE TOUR ATPTOUR.COM @ATPTour PREMIER PARTNER PLATINUM PARTNER IMAGES COURTESY OF GETTY IMAGES SIMONA HALEP SIMONA PETRA KVITOVA PETRA THE RACE IS ON Only the best will compete at the Shiseido WTA Finals Shenzhen WTATENNIS.COM/RACE KAROLINA PLISKOVA KAROLINA VIKING OPEN NOTTINGHAM 2021 ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE FIRST EVENT OF THE BRITISH GRASS COURT SEASON WHEN IS THE VIKING OPEN NOTTINGHAM 2021? This year there are two events being held as part of WHICH PLAYERS ARE COMPETING IN the Viking Open Nottingham – an ATP Challenger THE VIKING OPEN NOTTINGHAM 2021? tournament and a WTA 250 level tournament. Ten-time Grand Slam champion Venus Williams Qualifying for the WTA tournament will begin on heads a strong entry list for the women’s event. Saturday 05 June, with the main draw starting on Williams is joined by 2017 champion Donna Vekic, Sunday 06 June. two-time finalist Johanna Konta and British No.2 Qualifying for the men’s Challenger event will begin Heather Watson on the entry list for the WTA 250 level tournament. on Sunday 06 June, with the main draw starting on Monday 07 June. Konta and Vekic are two of 13 players in the WTA The finals for both tournaments will take place on Top 50 to have entered the competition – a list that also includes Kazakhstan’s , Sunday 13 June – singles and doubles will feature Elena Rybakina in each. American Alison Riske and Croatia’s Donna Vekic. Williams, a five-time Wimbledon champion, will WHERE IS THE VIKING OPEN be playing the tournament for the first time. She NOTTINGHAM 2021 BEING HELD? reached the quarter-final of the LTA’s Birmingham The Nottingham Tennis Centre has hosted the Classic event in 2019, losing out to eventual past five editions of the men’s and women’s events, champion Ashleigh Barty. and it will be no different this year. This will be Konta’s fifth appearance at the It’s the largest public tennis centre in Britain, with Nottingham Open and she will be hoping to go one 39 courts including 11 indoor courts, nine grass better than runner-up finishes in both 2017 and courts and 19 hard courts. 2018. Watson will also be playing the tournament for the fifth time. Brits Harriet Dart, Fran Jones and Katie Boulter have all also received wildcard entries to the tournament. Headlining the men’s event is British No.1 Dan Evans, who will be joined in Nottingham by former Wimbledon finalist Kevin Anderson and Brits Liam Broady, Jay Clarke and Ryan Peniston. 7 CASTORE.COM/AMC NOVAK DJOKOVIC ATP CUP THIS IS EVERY SURFACE, EVERY SHOT EVERY EMOTION FOLLOW THE TOUR ATPTOUR.COM @ATPTour PREMIER PARTNER PLATINUM PARTNER IMAGES COURTESY OF GETTY IMAGES WTATENNIS.COM GET CLOSER TO THE WTA LIVE SCORES & HIGHLIGHTS WTA TV LIVE STREAMING FANTASY TENNIS GAME FREETICKETS FOR KEY WORKERS AT OUR EVENTS THIS SUMMER This summer we’re offering free tickets to Scott Lloyd, LTA Chief Executive, said: key workers for our summer major events – “We are delighted to be able to make these tickets in recognition of their ongoing contribution to available to key workers to thank them for their tackling the COVID-19 pandemic. incredible efforts over the past 14 months. Everyone at the LTA is very grateful for the sacrifices they have More than 1,000 tickets will be made available across made in what has been an exceptionally difficult our four major summer grass court events, all of time for the whole country and we sincerely hope which were canceled last year due to the pandemic. that they will enjoy our events. Sport isn’t the same Our events will operate at approximately 25% without spectators and, even though our events this capacity this year – a number that is subject to UK year will operate with reduced capacity crowds, government and Public Health England guidance I can’t wait to see supporters back in the stands – to ensure sporting events are socially distanced and with key workers among them.” safe for anyone attending. Chris Pollard, LTA Digital & Events Director, said: Tickets are being offered to key workers local to “Our events have always been rooted in their each event venue from the NHS, local police force local communities and we’re pleased to be able to and fire service, local transport workers and other recognise the efforts of our incredible key workers local authority workers. with this offer to enjoy free world class tennis at their local venues this summer. Even though The number of tickets made available varies they will look different, we are looking forward to depending on the seating capacity of each venue, bringing our events back this summer and it will be with for example 50 tickets available per day at a great pleasure to welcome so many of those who Cinch Championships at The Queen’s Club and 30 continue to lead our fight against the pandemic.” per day at the Eastbourne International. 12 LTA OFFICIAL LICENSED RANGE NOW AVAILABLE! 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