This October, things are about to get even more exciting as the most prestigious tournament in women’s tennis – the BNP Paribas WTA Finals Singapore presented by SC Global (October 23 to November 1) – returns to our shores for the second time. The best female racketeers in the world will be in town to serve up thrilling, non-stop sports action at the Singapore Sports Hub. Brace yourselves!
One of the main highlights of this tennis spectacle is the Singles Tournament (October 25 to November 1), where the Top 8 singles players battle it out for the revered Billie Jean King WTA Finals Singles Trophy. Last year’s winner, Serena Williams, beat all odds (including a prior knee injury) and scooped up her fifth WTA Finals title. The tennis powerhouse will return to Singapore this year, with Maria Sharapova and Simona Halep expected to make up the Elite Eight line-up as well.
The Doubles Tournament (25 October to 1 November) is set to be just as gripping, thanks to the inclusion of a new Round Robin format. This expanded format will see the competition running over eight days and 13 sessions, an increase from seven days and 11 sessions in 2014.
Longtime tennis fans can also look forward to watching tennis legends like Official Legend Ambassador Martina Navratilova compete in the WTA Legends Classic.Budding stars will also take the spotlight as warriors from Asia battle with the rest of the world’s emerging talents in the WTA Rising Stars Invitational. For a completely immersive experience, drop by the Fan Zone (October 23 to November 1) for a slew of tennis-themed activities, games and celebrity appearances.
All of this wraps up what’s been an exhilarating year for Singapore, what with back-to-back events like the glitzy Asia Fashion Exchange, record-breaking SEA Games and star-studded 2015 Formula 1 Singapore Airlines Singapore Grand Prix taking over the city. With the BNP Paribas WTA Finals servin’ and smashin’ into town, you absolutely don’t wanna miss this chance to witness sports history in the making. Mark your calendars!
Tickets are on sale at www.sportshub.com.sg/WTAFinals. For more information, visit www.yoursingapore.com/WTAFinals.
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