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Nottingham hosts first ever World Deaf Tennis Championships

From 20-26 July 2015 the first ever World Deaf Tennis Championships will take place at Nottingham Tennis Centre.

Organised by the Tennis Foundation and featuring men's, women's and junior competitions, the event will bring together some of the world's best deaf tennis players who will do battle to be crowned World Champion.

Play will begin at 9.30am each morning. A detailed draw and order of play will be published on the website every evening during the tournament.

Monday 20 July
Play begins (first day)

Thursday 23 July
Start of junior events

Saturday 25 July
Mixed Doubles Final

Sunday 26 July
Men’s Singles Final
Women’s Singles final
Men’s Doubles Final
Women’s Doubles Final
Junior Finals

Deaf tennis has a long history in British tennis and playing the sport requires no adaption apart from making sure communication is clear between players, coaches and officials. People can play against other deaf tennis players, and alongside or against non-disabled friends and family. Find out more here.

There will also be a free come and try event taking place on the 25 July from 10:30am to 3pm. Please ensure you register to attend this event beforehand by completing the form on this linked page and emailing it to deaftennis@tennisfoundation.org.uk

Tickets are now on sale! Priced just £5, buy your tickets here