Turin’s Black Cat – tournament with undeniable charm
When it comes to GLTA tennis tournaments, size doesn’t necessarily mean everything. Smaller-scale events may not boast large numbers of participants, but they make up for it with an undeniable charm.
Black Cat tournament in Turin is a perfect example of a smaller tournament that shouldn’t be overlooked – it has a lot to offer! Here are five good reasons why you should include Turin and Black Cat 2023 (July 14–16) in your must-go GLTA Tournament destinations.
REASON 1. Turin is Italy’s Hidden Gem
The completely underrated and offbeat Turin is the place where you can really uncover an Italian experience without all the crazy crowds of the more famous cities. It is a gorgeous Italian town with everything that you would expect from one – piazzas, wide boulevards, fountains, cafes, delicatessens but excluding one – tourists. Walking through Turin, taking in the beautiful historical architecture, old-school tramways and intricately designed churches you’ll for sure be wondering why you haven’t travelled to this amazing city before.
Turin is definitely worth visiting as a tourist destination but the possibility to participate at the Black Cat tournament adds to the excitement of this extraordinary experience.
REASON 2. Turin is a Heaven for Foodies
The area of Turin is a gastronomical treasure and a proper heaven for foodies. With a wide variety of local street food, traditional eating houses, and high-end restaurants, you’ll find that the food there is a dream come true. Two internationally renowned red fine wines Barolo and Barbaresco are from the Turin region.
REASON 3. The Venue is Exceptional and the Tournament Director wonderful
Black Cat 2023 is held at Master Club 2.0, a wonderful venue with 7 clay tennis courts and other sporting facilities, including a big pool that all the tournament participants are welcome to use. There’s also an excellent open-air restaurant where you are spoiled for choice in terms of traditional and creative pizzas.
And then there is Alessandro, the dreamy tournament director of Black Cat. Those who have met him know that he radiates positivity and has infectious energy that can brighten up anyone’s day. Alessandro genuinely cares about everyone involved in the tournament and his warm and friendly demeanour makes participants always feel welcome and appreciated.
REASON 4. Black Cat Tournament is undeniably charming
Smaller-scale events like Black Cat may not boast large numbers of participants, but this tournament definitely makes up for it with its undeniable charm. “At our tournament players form a tight-knit community, one where you’ll quickly get to know almost everyone present,” says Alessandro Carrera, Black Cat’s Tournament director. “There’s an intimacy to our even that just can’t be replicated and players always use the opportunity to make connections with each other.”
In 2022, Black Cat had 90 participants but is expecting 100 this year. With 50 people already registered, it is very likely that the tournament will reach its aim. Getting registered now is the best way to make sure you will not be left out!
REASON 5. Black Cat Offers Draws for Women
Black Cat 2023 offers draws for women and this is great – especially if you happen to be a woman. The Women’s C category already has 11 participants signed up, and what better way to encourage more women to join than by offering competitive matches!
Click the button below to get registered and don’t miss your chance to experience Turin and Black Cat 2023!
