GUADALAJARA, Mexico (AP) — A unique tennis league born during the pandemic is coming to Mexico for the first time. The Ultimate Tennis Showdown (UTS), created by coach Patrick Mouratoglou, will be in the western city of Guadalajara next year, organizers said Sunday.
Mouratoglou, who for many years managed American star Serena Williams, created the new tennis league in 2020, when professional tournaments were halted by the coronavirus pandemic.
“It is an innovative tournament with eight players participating over four days in an innovative format,” said Gustavo Santoscoy García, of GS Sports Management, the organizing company. “For this first edition we have confirmed Nick Kyrgios, Casper Ruud, Denis Shapolavov and Flavio Cobolli.”
The tournament will be held from February 14 to 16, 2025 at the Pan American Tennis Center in Guadalajara and will award a prize pool of 1.4 million dollars, 420 thousand of which will go to the winning tennis player.
The UTS began to be held without spectators in France in June 2020 when the WTA and ATP tournaments were halted due to the pandemic. Since then, tournaments have been held in different parts of the world, but not in Latin America.
“Guadalajara will be the first Latin American country where we go, we already tested the concept in Europe and the United States and we needed to come to this region where the fans are fantastic,” said Mouratoglou. “I know they already have a WTA tournament (in Guadalajara) and now we will bring them men’s tennis with great personalities.”
The league uses different rules to conventional tennis, including that four quarters of eight minutes each are played, players wear microphones so that what they say can be heard, and spectators can make as much noise as they want during the matches.
“Tennis fans are getting older and that is a problem for the sport. Tennis is the best sport in the world, but people under 40 do not follow it, people consume sports differently than we did,” added the coach.
This season, Andrey Rublev won a tournament in Oslo, Gael Monfils was crowned champion in New York before the US Open and the next stop is Frankfurt in October with a final scheduled to take place in London in December.
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Ultimate Tennis Showdown (UTS): Revolutionizing Tennis with an Innovative Format
The Ultimate Tennis Showdown (UTS) is a new tennis format that is taking the world by storm, and it’s coming to Mexico for the first time in 2025. Created by coach Patrick Mouratoglou, UTS is an innovative tournament that aims to capture the imagination of fans by tweaking the traditional tennis format and supercharging it [[1]].
The Concept
UTS was launched in 2020 when professional tournaments were halted due to the coronavirus pandemic. The first edition was held without spectators in France in June 2020, and since then, tournaments have been held in different parts of the world. However, Guadalajara, Mexico, will be the first Latin American country to host the event [[3]].
The Format
UTS features eight players participating over four days in an innovative format. The tournament uses different rules to conventional tennis, including four quarters of eight minutes each. This fast-paced and thrilling format has already proven to be a hit with fans, offering a unique and exciting experience [[2]].
Guadalajara Edition
The 2025 Guadalajara edition of UTS is set to take place from February 14 to 16, 2025, at the Pan American Tennis Center. The tournament will feature a star-studded lineup, including Nick Kyrgios, Casper Ruud, Denis Shapolavov, and Flavio Cobolli. The prize pool for the event is an impressive 1.4 million dollars, with 420 thousand dollars going to the winning tennis player.
A New Era for Tennis
UTS is more than just a tennis tournament – it’s a movement. By introducing an innovative format and exciting rules, UTS is breathing new life into the sport. The event promises to bring men’s tennis to Guadalajara, which already hosts a WTA tournament, and is set to thrill fans with great personalities and high-stakes competition.
Hall of Fame
The UTS Tour has already seen some unforgettable matches, with moments that will live long in the memory of tennis fans. The UTS Hall of Fame is dedicated to celebrating these iconic matches, which are full of thrills, quality, suspense, stakes, and emotion [[2]].
The Future of Tennis
As UTS continues to expand its reach and popularity, it’s clear that this innovative format is here to stay. By pushing the boundaries of traditional tennis, UTS is paving the way for a new era of excitement and entertainment in the sport.
Get ready for the Ultimate Tennis Showdown to take Mexico by storm in 2025!
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Ultimate Tennis Showdown (UTS): Revolutionizing Tennis with an Innovative Format
The Ultimate Tennis Showdown (UTS) is a new tennis format that is taking the world by storm, and it’s coming to Mexico for the first time in 2025. Created by coach Patrick Mouratoglou, UTS is an innovative tournament that aims to capture the imagination of fans by tweaking the traditional tennis format and supercharging it [[1]].
The Concept
UTS was launched in 2020 when professional tournaments were halted due to the coronavirus pandemic. The first edition was held without spectators in France in June 2020, and since then, tournaments have been held in different parts of the world. However, Guadalajara, Mexico, will be the first Latin American country to host the event [[3]].
The Format
UTS features eight players participating over four days in an innovative format. The tournament uses different rules to conventional tennis, including four quarters of eight minutes each. This fast-paced and thrilling format has already proven to be a hit with fans, offering a unique and exciting experience [[2]].
Guadalajara Edition
The 2025 Guadalajara edition of UTS is set to take place from February 14 to 16, 2025, at the Pan American Tennis Center. The tournament will feature a star-studded lineup, including Nick Kyrgios, Casper Ruud, Denis Shapolavov, and Flavio Cobolli. The prize pool for the event is an impressive 1.4 million dollars, with 420 thousand dollars going to the winning tennis player.
A New Era for Tennis
UTS is more than just a tennis tournament – it’s a movement. By introducing an innovative format and exciting rules, UTS is breathing new life into the sport. The event promises to bring men’s tennis to Guadalajara, which already hosts a WTA tournament, and is set to thrill fans with great personalities and high-stakes competition.
Hall of Fame
The UTS Tour has already seen some unforgettable matches, with moments that have left fans on the edge of their seats. With the introduction of this new format, tennis fans can expect to see even more excitement and drama on the court.
Conclusion
The Ultimate Tennis Showdown is a game-changer for the sport of tennis. With its innovative format and exciting rules, UTS is set to revolutionize the way we watch and experience tennis.
