The Mubadala Citi Open will feature 18 of the top 30 tennis players in the world, all competing in Rock Creek Park.
The tennis superstar scootered and danced around town, and faced off against sister Venus in a Citi Open practice session.
Big names including Venus Williams, Andy Murray, and Frances Tiafoe are coming.
“Honestly, it’s a very beautiful city. I have been able to walk around a bit the past couple of days. I am very impressed.”
Tickets go on sale Friday.
“With only 23 days left until the start of the tournament, there are too many unresolved external issues … that have forced us to make this decision now.”
D.C.’s Citi Open Tennis Tournament Is Set For August, But Maybe Without Fans Or A Women’s Tournament
The local tournament was started in 1969, thanks in large part to tennis legend Arthur Ashe.
They exchanged autographs in D.C. on Thursday.
The matches to watch for, how to get there, what’s to eat and drink, and more.
The Washington Tennis and Education Foundation fielded other lucrative offers, but they would have moved the tournament to other cities.
