The esteemed Atlanta Open has recently disclosed the roster for its upcoming and final tournament, scheduled to occur from July 20th to 28th at Atlantic Station. This year’s participants encompass a captivating blend of established luminaries and burgeoning prospects, auguring an electrifying week of tennis in the heart of Georgia.
Foremost in the lineup is Atlanta native Ben Shelton, who holds the No. 14 position in the global rankings. Renowned for his commendable performance at the 2023 U.S. Open, where he advanced to the semi-finals, Shelton embodies a rising luminary in the realm of tennis. He is anticipated to be joined by Frances Tiafoe, a three-time ATP Tour victor, who is fervently striving to leave an indelible impression at the Atlanta Open. Last year’s second-place finisher, Aleksandar Vukic, and the 2022 runner-up, Brandon Nakashima, will similarly be contending for the championship, augmenting the field of competitive players.
One particularly noteworthy addition to the roster is Georgia Tech senior Andres Martin, who has once again secured a wildcard invitation to the tournament. With a history of commendable showings, including a triumph against Thanasi Kokkinakis at last year’s event, Martin is anticipated to bring his top-tier performance to the court.
“We are exhilarated to host yet another formidable assemblage of players at this year’s Atlanta Open,” affirmed Peter Lebedevs, Executive Vice President of Tennis Operations for GF Sports & Entertainment. “We eagerly anticipate a splendid week of tennis at Atlantic Station as we commemorate 15 remarkable years in the Peach State.”
In addition to the tournament matches, the Atlanta Open is poised to showcase a series of enthralling off-court events. The Sunday Showdown presented by UPS will feature an exhibition match between tennis luminaries Venus Williams and Sloane Stephens. Concurrently, the Champions Challenge on Monday, July 22, will witness former Atlanta Open Champions John Isner, Andy Roddick, and Bob and Mike Bryan in an exhilarating doubles exhibition.
With such a constellation of renowned players, the final Atlanta Open is poised to deliver a fitting denouement to 15 years of superlative tennis in Georgia. The fusion of seasoned veterans and emerging talents ensures a week of riveting matches and ardent competition on the courts of Atlantic Station. Devotees of tennis can eagerly anticipate an unforgettable finale to this iconic tournament.