Inaugural Singapore Tennis Invitational Cup to be hosted at Kallang Tennis Hub

Organised by Singapore Tennis Association in partnership with Kallang Alive Sport Management, the inaugural Singapore Tennis Invitational Cup is being hosted at the Singapore Sports Hub in Kallang from 28th January to 1st February – running concurrently alongside the Singapore Tennis Open 2025 taking place from 27th January to 2nd February 2025.

The Singapore Tennis Invitational Cup will feature 32 national players competing across five events: Ladies’ Singles & Doubles, Men’s Singles & Doubles, and Mixed Doubles.

The Singapore Tennis Invitational Cup provides regional talent with a platform to showcase their skills, gain valuable experience, and strengthen connections within the community.

Jasmine Quek, President of Singapore Tennis Association, underscored the significance of the Singapore Tennis Invitational Cup in nurturing the development of the next generation of tennis talent and contributing to the advancement of tennis excellence in Southeast Asia. 

Quek shared "this tournament represents an invaluable opportunity for Southeast Asia’s national tennis athletes to compete in a high-calibre environment that replicates the intensity of international competition. It serves as a vital platform for our Team Singapore athletes as they prepare for the 2025 SEA Games.

Yazed Osman, Group Head of Events & Placemaking and Place Management at Kallang Alive Sport Management, and Co-tournament director of the Singapore Tennis Open advised “The Singapore Tennis Invitational Cup is more than just a competition. It is a springboard for Southeast Asian athletes to showcase their skills, compete on an international stage, and inspire other young talents to continue growing in our vibrant sports scene.

“By running alongside the Singapore Tennis Open, we are creating a pathway for these athletes to shine on a global platform and allow fans to discover and connect with the region’s rising stars.

 “This invitational cup underscores Singapore’s role as a regional sporting hub and aims to create a ripple effect across local and regional tennis ecosystems, offering both players and fans a richer, more engaging experience with the sport.”

Ghofar Ismail, spokesperson of Indonesian Tennis Association added “Indonesia would like to thank and congratulate STA for hosting the Singapore Tennis Open Singapore Tennis Invitational Cup. We hope that through tournaments like this, potential players from ASEAN will emerge at the world level, and ASEAN can become a world-class tennis hub.’

Mirzan Mahathir, President of Lawn Tennis Association of Malaysia shared “we welcome this initiative by Singapore to organise this team tournament. It is an opportunity for us to expose members of our national squad to a competitive environment. We look forward to participating as part of our preparation for the SEA Games next December.”

“Tennis Cambodia is honoured to participate at the Singapore Tennis Invitational Cup. This initiative speaks volumes on the role STA plays in the region. Cambodia is proud to be alongside Malaysia, Indonesia and Singapore. This special tennis event will definitely strengthen not only our tennis relationship but also solidify our friendship. Thank you STA for making this event a reality,” added Tep Rithivit, Secretary-General of Cambodian Tennis Federation.

The Singapore Tennis Open 2025 promises an exciting experience for fans, bringing world-class tennis action up close and personal, from 27th January to 2nd February. Tennis fans can enjoy free entry to two days of thrilling action at the qualifying rounds on 25th and 26th January. Secure your tickets to the Singapore Tennis Open 2025 here.