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Calgary National Bank Challenger Returning for 5th Year in 2024

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024

CALGARY, Alberta, Feb. 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, the organizers of the Calgary National Bank Challenger (The Challenger) announced that the Calgary National Bank Challenger will return for its 5th year.

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  • CALGARY, Alberta, Feb. 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, the organizers of the Calgary National Bank Challenger (The Challenger) announced that the Calgary National Bank Challenger will return for its 5th year.
  • The Challenger is currently the largest international tennis tournament in Canada outside of the National Bank Open (ATP Masters 1000 and WTA 1000 event).
  • The 2024 Calgary National Bank Challenger will have a new date on the international calendar, with this year’s event taking place October 13 to 20, 2024.
  • The Calgary National Bank Challenger has quickly emerged as one of the premier sporting events in Alberta with 13,112 spectators attending the event in 2023.

Navio Networks Partners with Leading Racquet and Paddle Leagues to Launch Global FAST Channel - Court Sports Network

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Monday, January 8, 2024

Navio Networks, Inc., a Beverly Hills-based leader in sports licensing, programming and advertising, is proud to announce the launch of Court Sports Network (CSN).

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  • Navio Networks, Inc., a Beverly Hills-based leader in sports licensing, programming and advertising, is proud to announce the launch of Court Sports Network (CSN).
  • Court Sports Network is now available on several FAST platforms, including Sling Freestream, Fubo, Plex, LocalNow, Sports.tv, SportsTribal, and DistroTV.
  • Douglas Neiman, Navio Networks CEO, said, "Court Sports Network’s diverse programming caters to sports enthusiasts across the globe.
  • "We are excited to collaborate with Navio Networks on the launch of Court Sports Network.

Kazakhstan Tennis Federation celebrates another strong year, re-electing President Bulat Utemuratov and setting out ambitious plans

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Thursday, December 14, 2023

This follows Mr. Utemuratov's re-election as member of Board of Directors and Vice President of the International Tennis Federation for the 2023-2027 term earlier this month.

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  • This follows Mr. Utemuratov's re-election as member of Board of Directors and Vice President of the International Tennis Federation for the 2023-2027 term earlier this month.
  • 2023 marked another successful year for Kazakhstan's tennis players, with notable achievements from the juniors.
  • Kazakhstan held the ATP 250 Astana Open tournament for the third time, with Almaty set to host the event next year.
  • The Federation also has ambitious goals as it continues to build new tennis facilities, enhance coaching qualifications, support junior players and develop the domestic game.

Kazakhstan Tennis Federation celebrates another strong year, re-electing President Bulat Utemuratov and setting out ambitious plans

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, December 14, 2023

This follows Mr. Utemuratov's re-election as member of Board of Directors and Vice President of the International Tennis Federation for the 2023-2027 term earlier this month.

Key Points: 
  • This follows Mr. Utemuratov's re-election as member of Board of Directors and Vice President of the International Tennis Federation for the 2023-2027 term earlier this month.
  • 2023 marked another successful year for Kazakhstan's tennis players, with notable achievements from the juniors.
  • Kazakhstan held the ATP 250 Astana Open tournament for the third time, with Almaty set to host the event next year.
  • The Federation also has ambitious goals as it continues to build new tennis facilities, enhance coaching qualifications, support junior players and develop the domestic game.

DETA International Tournaments to host 350 top junior tennis players from 70 countries in Miami Dec. 7-21

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023

MIAMI, Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- As they climb the tennis ranks, junior players from around the world now must travel directly through Miami's DETA International Tournaments Dec. 7 – 21 to make their mark on the sport.

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  • David Ensignia Tennis Academy hosts DETA International Tournaments, a series of six tournaments that help junior tennis players improve their world ranking.
  • MIAMI, Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- As they climb the tennis ranks, junior players from around the world now must travel directly through Miami's DETA International Tournaments Dec. 7 – 21 to make their mark on the sport.
  • "We're hosting top international players competing at a very high level," said DETA International Tournaments Director, Founder and namesake David Ensignia.
  • DETA International Tournaments is supported by Miami-Dade County, Greater Miami Convention and Visitors Bureau, Junior Orange Bowl, the USTA and a host of local businesses.

World renowned tennis players Stan Wawrinka, Dominic Thiem, Alexander Bublik and Sebastian Korda visit Autism Center in Astana

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Thursday, September 28, 2023

ASTANA, Kazakhstan, Sept. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In what has become a tradition at the Astana Open, tennis players Stan Wawrinka, Dominic Thiem, Alexander Bublik and Sebastian Korda visited a center for autistic children in Kazakhstan's capital city.

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  • ASTANA, Kazakhstan, Sept. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In what has become a tradition at the Astana Open, tennis players Stan Wawrinka, Dominic Thiem, Alexander Bublik and Sebastian Korda visited a center for autistic children in Kazakhstan's capital city.
  • The athletes received paintings from children at the Asyl Miras Autism Center and in turn gave them gifts.
  • "The Center is truly impressive", said Austrian player Thiem, who additionally praised the qualified staff who help the children.
  • Along with Autism Center visit, the Kazakhstan Tennis Federation organized a masterclass for young players from across the country with leading players from the tournament.

World renowned tennis players Stan Wawrinka, Dominic Thiem, Alexander Bublik and Sebastian Korda visit Autism Center in Astana

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Thursday, September 28, 2023

ASTANA, Kazakhstan, Sept. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In what has become a tradition at the Astana Open, tennis players Stan Wawrinka, Dominic Thiem, Alexander Bublik and Sebastian Korda visited a center for autistic children in Kazakhstan's capital city.

Key Points: 
  • ASTANA, Kazakhstan, Sept. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In what has become a tradition at the Astana Open, tennis players Stan Wawrinka, Dominic Thiem, Alexander Bublik and Sebastian Korda visited a center for autistic children in Kazakhstan's capital city.
  • The athletes received paintings from children at the Asyl Miras Autism Center and in turn gave them gifts.
  • "The Center is truly impressive", said Austrian player Thiem, who additionally praised the qualified staff who help the children.
  • Along with Autism Center visit, the Kazakhstan Tennis Federation organized a masterclass for young players from across the country with leading players from the tournament.

President of Kazakhstan Tennis Federation Bulat Utemuratov Re-elected to ITF Board

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Monday, September 25, 2023

ASTANA, Kazakhstan, Sept. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Elections to the International Tennis Federation (ITF) Board of Directors were held in Cancun, Mexico.

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  • ASTANA, Kazakhstan, Sept. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Elections to the International Tennis Federation (ITF) Board of Directors were held in Cancun, Mexico.
  • Under the auspices of a special election commission and independent auditors, voting took place through secret ballot among eligible ITF members.
  • Bulat Utemuratov, President of the Kazakhstan Tennis Federation, was re-elected to the Board of Directors for a new term, running from 2023-27.
  • As Vice President of the ITF, Bulat Utemuratov also worked to advance children's tennis, particularly in the under-12 age categories, by holding various regional team competitions.

President of Kazakhstan Tennis Federation Bulat Utemuratov Re-elected to ITF Board

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Monday, September 25, 2023

ASTANA, Kazakhstan , Sept. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Elections to the International Tennis Federation (ITF) Board of Directors were held in Cancun, Mexico.

Key Points: 
  • ASTANA, Kazakhstan , Sept. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Elections to the International Tennis Federation (ITF) Board of Directors were held in Cancun, Mexico.
  • Under the auspices of a special election commission and independent auditors, voting took place through secret ballot among eligible ITF members.
  • Bulat Utemuratov, President of the Kazakhstan Tennis Federation, was re-elected to the Board of Directors for a new term, running from 2023-27.
  • As Vice President of the ITF, Bulat Utemuratov also worked to advance children's tennis, particularly in the under-12 age categories, by holding various regional team competitions.

Kazakhstan Tennis Federation Anna Danilina claims US Open Championship

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Monday, September 11, 2023

ASTANA, Kazakhstan, Sept. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Anna Danilina together with Finnish player Harri Heliovaara won the US Open 2023 mixed doubles title.

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  • ASTANA, Kazakhstan, Sept. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Anna Danilina together with Finnish player Harri Heliovaara won the US Open 2023 mixed doubles title.
  • Ranked No.29 in doubles on the Hologic WTA Tour, Danilina has won her first Grand Slam and delivered Kazakhstan its first Grand Slam mixed doubles title.
  • "I would like to thank Bulat Utemuratov, our President of Tennis Federation who came here today, and the whole federation for supporting me and tennis in Kazakhstan.
  • Bulat Utemuratov , the President of the Kazakhstan Tennis Federation and the Vice-President of the International Tennis Federation also commented on Anna Danilina's victory, "This is the first Grand Slam victory for Anna Danilina and yet another success for Kazakhstani tennis!