Citi Open
The Citi Open, also known as the Washington Open, is a professional tennis tournament held annually in August or September at the Rock Creek Park Tennis Stadium in Washington D.C., United States. The event is part of the ATP Tour and has been running since 1968.
History
The Citi Open was first held in 1968 as the Washington Star International, sponsored by the Washington Star newspaper. Over the years, the tournament has had various sponsors, including Volvo, Leggett & Platt, and Verizon. In 2014, the event partnered with Citi, a leading global bank, to become the Citi Open.
Schedule
The Citi Open is typically held over a period of eight days in late August or early September. The tournament features a singles main draw with 48 players competing in the men's and women's divisions. In addition to the main draw, the event also hosts doubles matches and a qualifying round.
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The Citi Open has been played on various surfaces over the years, including hard courts, clay, and grass. Since 1978, the tournament has been held exclusively on hard courts at the Rock Creek Park Tennis Stadium in Washington D.C.
Prize Money
The Citi Open offers a significant amount of prize money to its participants. In recent years, the total purse for the event has ranged from $520,000 to $575,000. The winner's share is around $80,000 to $100,000, while the runner-up receives around $40,000 to $60,000.
The Citi Open
The Citi Open has been a staple on the ATP Tour for over five decades and has hosted some of the biggest names in tennis. The event is known for its challenging conditions, with high temperatures and humidity levels making it an intense experience for players.
Players
Over the years, the Citi Open has attracted top talent from around the world. Notable winners include Jimmy Connors, Ivan Lendl, Pete Sampras, Andre Agassi, and Novak Djokovic. The event also features a strong field of doubles players, with teams like Bob Bryan and Mike Bryan winning the
