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Jul 27, 2023

Everything You Need To Know About The Rebranded Citi Open, Starting This Weekend

The Mubadala Citi Open will feature 18 of the top 30 tennis players in the world, all competing in Rock Creek Park.

Sep 06, 2022

Prince George’s Native Frances Tiafoe Advances To Semifinals In US Open Tennis

24-year-old Frances Tiafoe defeated 22-time Grand Slam champion Rafael Nadal — the first American to do so since 2005 — in the US Open Monday.

Aug 01, 2022

Serena Williams Really Aced Her Visit To D.C.

The tennis superstar scootered and danced around town, and faced off against sister Venus in a Citi Open practice session.

Jul 26, 2022

The Citi Open Tennis Tournament Returns To Rock Creek Park This Weekend

Big names including Venus Williams, Andy Murray, and Frances Tiafoe are coming.

Aug 04, 2021

Rafael Nadal Falling In Love With D.C. Is The Rom-Com We Need

“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.”

Jun 10, 2021

Citi Open Tennis Tournament Is Returning To D.C., But Tickets May Sell Out Fast

Tickets go on sale Friday.

Jul 21, 2020

After Initially Saying It Was A Go, The 2020 Citi Open Is Now Canceled

“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.”

Jun 17, 2020

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.

Aug 02, 2019

Rising Tennis Star Coco Gauff Met Michelle Obama At The Citi Open

They exchanged autographs in D.C. on Thursday.

Jul 25, 2019

Here’s Everything You Need To Know About The Citi Open Tennis Tournament This Weekend

The matches to watch for, how to get there, what’s to eat and drink, and more.

 
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