This November, the Philippines will host its first ever international tennis competition, featuring worldwide tennis superstars Maria Sharapova, Andy Murray, and Carlos Moya as headliners of the Manila Mavericks team. With PHP 23 Million worth of tickets sold on its initial phase, the International Premier Tennis League (IPTL) is expected to be one of the biggest sports event of the year.
So why should we be really excited about the upcoming three-day competition? Here are a few interesting facts about the IPTL:
International players will represent Asian teams
Four teams representing four countries across Asia will vie for the grand title to take home the winning prize of USD 1 Million. The four teams embody the Indian Aces, UAE Royals, Singapore Slammers and Manila Mavericks. Each team is represented by international tennis big wigs.
Sharapova will play alongside Fil-Am Treat Huey for team 'Manila Mavericks'
The Manila Mavericks are represented by seasoned and seeded players: 32 WTA Singles title holder and darling of the press Maria Sharapova, current holder of the Wimbledon Championship title Andy Murray, 11 ATP World Tour Singles title holder Jo-Wilfred Tsonga, tennis legend Carlos Moya, 85 Men’s Double title holder Daniel Nestor, Belgium’s 2013 Sportswoman of the Year Kirsten Flipkens, and Pinoy pride Treat Huey.
Maria Sharapova
Carlos Moya
Treat Huey
Serena Williams will head Singapore Slammers, one of the Maverick's rival teams
Other tennis stars representing the rival teams are: Serena Williams, Nick Kyrgios, Daniela Hantuchova, Tomas Berdych, and Patrick Rafter as part of the Singapore Slammers; Ana Ivanovic, Fabrice Santoro, Gael Monfils for the Indian Aces; and Eugenie Bouchard, Richard Gasquet, Goran Ivanisevic for the UAE Royals. More rival players will be announced as the date draws closer to the match.
The competition in the Philippines will run for 3 days with 6 Matches and 30 Sets
The entire competition in the Philippines lasts for three days. Each day comprises of two matches, with five sets per match. Matches include: Men’s’ Singles, Women’s Singles, Men’s’ Doubles, Mixed Doubles, and Legends’ Singles. Each season pass entitles the holder to attend all 3 days, with 2 matches per day, making sure fans receive their money’s worth. The Philippines is the first stop of four cities in which the Manila Mavericks will continue to represent the Philippines to win the grand title of the IPTL Champions and take home the winning purse of USD 1 Million.
Philippine Tournament Schedule
Ticket Prices
EARLY BIRD-VIP 3-day Passes – Php 49,000.00
EARLY BIRD-PATRON 3-day Passes – Php 40,000.00
EARLY BIRD-LOWER BOX 3-day Passes – Php 23,000.00
EARLY BIRD-UPPER BOX 3-day Passes – Php 11,500.00
EARLY BIRD-GENERAL ADMISSION 3-day Passes – Php 2,500.00
4 Teams. 30 Icons. New Rules. Tennis megastars are taking center stage this November 28-30, 2014 at the Mall of Asia Arena for the biggest and most unique sports competition the Philippines has ever seen. For more information on the IPTL, visit www.premiertennisleague.com and www.smtickets.com for ticket inquiries.
