Now the BNP Paribas Open
A Grand Slam in our own back
yard.
Nicknamed the Grand Slam of the West the the BNP
Paribas Open is
one of the most renowned tennis tournaments in
the world. This is the closest the west coast
will get a major tournament and it is a must
see.
Outside of the majors this is one of the last
tounaments that plays host to the top ranked men
and women in the world.
The BNP Paribas Open also offers many of
southern California's up and coming players a
chance to break through the ranks. Wild cards to
the qualifing rounds are traditionally offered
to players from Palm Springs, San Diego and
Orange County.
Many people spend
a lot of money to see these players in their
matches
but I highly recommend that if you want to
witness the best players in the world up close and personal then you must attend this event.
Arrive early in the first week for the men's and woman"s qualifying rounds. The crowds
are small during the qualifying so it is simple to wonder from court to court. As
you make your way along the practice courts you
will be surprised to see Federer, Monfils,
Murray, and Haas all having a casual hit
or playing out a practice set. There is no security keeping you from standing courtside and thats how the
tournament director wants it. The organizers of
the tournament do an excellent job giving the
fans access to the players. You can spend the
remainder of the day going from one practice
court to another and watching many of your favorite players
or visit one of the many exhibits located on the
grounds. This tournament is a must see for any
tennis fan and their family.
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