Rackets were shaken for Antalya at the Historical Hıdırlık Tower

The excitement of ATİK Antalya Open WTA 125 Tournament, held for the first time in Antalya between 7-13 September, was crowned with a special event that brought together historical and cultural heritage and sports at the same point. National tennis players İpek Öz and Berfu Cengiz faced each other in the historical Hıdırlık Tower, one of the symbol buildings of the city. Antalya Governor Hulusi Şahin, Provincial Director of Youth and Sports Yavuz Gürhan, National Tennis Coach Merve Gültekinler Sadi, Antalya Tennis Specialized Sports Club President Necmi Alpagot, athletes and many citizens attended the event. The match was held on the Döşemealtı carpet, one of the deep-rooted cultural symbols of the region.

Future and Culture Together

Making a statement to members of the press, Governor Şahin drew attention to the values of the city extending from the past to the future. Stating that the Döşemealtı carpet is an important symbol for the region, Şahin stated that the city is moving towards the future with every cultural element and that young athletes represent this future.

Strong Support for Tennis Sports

Stating that the organization continues successfully, Governor Şahin emphasized that the city has a strong bond with tennis. Stating that the tournament is an important step in this field, Şahin noted that he believes that Turkish tennis will achieve great success in the international arena, just like volleyball, if the necessary investment and effort is given. At the end of the event, Governor Şahin played a short demonstration match with national tennis players Öz and Cengiz.

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