~ The second edition of Baale BPS will feature the inaugural Wheelchair Tennis Challenger Tournament, a groundbreaking event aimed at promoting inclusivity in the sport.
~ This time, the Baale BPS Open 2025 will introduce the Ladies Doubles category, marking an exciting new addition to the tournament.
Panaji, Feb 2025 – Registrations for the second edition of the Baale BPS Open 2025, an all-Goa ranking tennis tournament, are underway, promising another thrilling showcase of talent and sportsmanship. Supported by Baale Resort Goa and the Goa State Tennis Association (GSTA), the event is being organised by the prestigious B.P.S Sports Club in Margao.
The matches will commence on February 16 at the B.P.S Sports Club.
The tournament will open with matches in the Masters category, followed by the historic Wheelchair Tennis Challenger Tournament on February 22, a first-of-its-kind event in Goa, where para-athletes will test their skills on a tennis court. The tournament is aimed at promoting inclusivity in sports. The event will conclude with the highly anticipated Open Category matches on February 23, where some of Goa’s top-ranked players will compete for ranking points and prestigious titles.
The Baale BPS Open 2025 features an extensive lineup of categories to cater to players of all age groups and skill levels. In the Masters Segment, participants can compete in Masters Singles 45+, Masters Singles 55+, Masters Doubles 45+ (minimum age 45), and Masters Doubles 55+ (minimum age 55). The Open Category includes Under-10 (Girls and Boys), Under-14 (Girls and Boys), Under-18 (Girls and Boys), Men’s Singles, Ladies’ Singles, Men’s Doubles, and Mixed Doubles. Participants are allowed to compete in a maximum of three events.
This year’s edition marks the debut of the Ladies Doubles category, further broadening the scope of the tournament and promoting gender diversity in sports.
Speaking about the tournament, organiser Vikram Verlekar said, “Baale BPS Open has become one of Goa’s premier tennis tournaments, attracting both seasoned players and promising young talent. This year, we’re especially excited to introduce the Wheelchair Tennis Challenger category, which underscores our commitment to inclusivity in sports as well as the debut of the Ladies Doubles category.”
Founder of Baale Resort, Ashwin Chandiok, expressed his enthusiasm, saying, “We believe in nurturing talent and fostering a sense of community through sports. Baale BPS Open is a platform for Goa’s tennis players to showcase their skills and we are proud to support this initiative for the second year running.”
The Baale BPS Open 2025 promises to be an unmissable event for tennis enthusiasts across the state. Interested participants can register online at https://www.bpsgoaopen.com/
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