BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Sports Tourism News - ECPv6.9.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Sports Tourism News X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.sportstourismnews.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Sports Tourism News REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250825 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250908 DTSTAMP:20250829T085857 CREATED:20241012T230124Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241229T094130Z UID:6631-1756080000-1757289599@www.sportstourismnews.com SUMMARY:2025 US Open – tennis grand slam DESCRIPTION:The US Open\, held annually in New York City\, is the fourth and final grand slam tennis tournament of the year. Taking place in 2025 from 25 August to 7 September at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Flushing Meadows\, the US Open is known for its high-energy atmosphere\, evening matches\, and intense competition. It takes place on hard courts\, offering a fast surface that rewards powerful and aggressive styles of play.  \nEstablished in 1881\, the US Open has evolved into one of the sport’s most iconic events\, attracting top players and massive crowds. The tournament’s showpiece venue is Arthur Ashe Stadium\, the largest tennis stadium in the world\, with a retractable roof that ensures play continues during rain. The electric atmosphere\, especially during night sessions\, creates a unique and memorable experience for both players and fans. Matches often stretch into the early hours of the morning\, adding to the drama and spectacle.  \nThe US Open is also noted for its innovation. It was the first Grand Slam to introduce electronic line-calling technology (Hawk-Eye) and was a pioneer in implementing equal prize money for men and women\, starting in 1973. The event continues to push boundaries\, embracing new technologies and fan engagement strategies to enhance the overall experience.  \nLegends like Serena Williams\, Pete Sampras\, Rafael Nadal\, and Roger Federer have left their mark on the US Open\, often delivering memorable performances on its fast-paced courts. The tournament is famous for its high-stakes matches and thrilling finals\, with a reputation for producing dramatic and unexpected results. The New York City backdrop adds to the event’s appeal\, offering a vibrant blend of culture\, entertainment\, and sport.  \nFor event information and hotels see: \n\nOfficial website and tickets: usopen.org\nHotels in New York: Expedia | Hotels.com\nCity breaks in New York: LastMinute.com\n\n  \n \n\n\nImage: usopen.org \n\n\n\nEditor’s note: Sports Tourism News works with a number of affiliate partners. Products are sold directly by agents and operators. We may earn a commission should you choose to book any tickets or packages. URL:https://www.sportstourismnews.com/events/us-open-tennis-grand-slam-new-york/ LOCATION:USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center\, Flushing Meadows - Corona Park\, Flushing\, NY\, 11368\, United States CATEGORIES:2025 sports events,Tennis END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250919 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250922 DTSTAMP:20250829T085857 CREATED:20241013T075500Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241013T075737Z UID:14025-1758240000-1758499199@www.sportstourismnews.com SUMMARY:Tennis: Laver Cup 2025 San Francisco DESCRIPTION:The Laver Cup is an annual men’s tennis team competition that brings together top players from Europe and the rest of the world for a thrilling three-day event. Founded in 2017\, the tournament is named in honour of Australian tennis legend Rod Laver\, who won two calendar-year grand slams.  \nA unique blend of intense competition and camaraderie\, the now-annual event is held in late September\, after the US Open grand slam\, alternating between cities in Europe and other parts of the world. In 2025\, the Laver Cup will be played at the Chase Center in San Francisco\, California\, from 19-21 September.  \nThe format features two teams: Team Europe and Team World. Each team consists of six players\, including the top three ranked players from their respective regions and three captain’s picks. Tennis icons Björn Borg (Team Europe) and John McEnroe (Team World) have captained the teams since the event’s inception\, adding a layer of historical rivalry and prestige to the competition. Following the 2024 event in Berlin\, which Team Europe won 13-11\, it was announced that Borg and McEnroe would be stepping down as captains. They will be replaced by Yannick Noah (Team Europe) and Andre Agassi (Team World).  \nThe Laver Cup is played on indoor hard courts\, with three singles and one doubles match per day. Each match victory earns points for the team\, with the point value increasing each day (one point per win on Friday\, two points on Saturday\, and three on Sunday). The first team to reach 13 points out of a possible 24 is crowned the champion. In the event of a tie\, a deciding match is played to determine the winner. This escalating point system creates high drama\, making every match crucial to the overall outcome.  \nOne of the tournament’s most exciting aspects is the doubles competition\, often featuring unexpected pairings between top singles players\, like when Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal teamed up for Team Europe in the inaugural 2017 edition. With its fast-paced format\, elite-level competition\, and electrifying atmosphere\, the Laver Cup has quickly become one of the most anticipated events on the tennis calendar. \nFor more information see:  \n\nEvent: lavercup.com   \nVenue: chasecenter.com \nHost city: sftravel.com    URL:https://www.sportstourismnews.com/events/tennis-laver-cup-2025-san-francisco/ LOCATION:Chase Center\, 1 Warriors Way\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94158\, United States CATEGORIES:2025 sports events,Tennis END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR