What We Do to Promote Tennis Around the World | ITF
What we do Tennis is the world's most universal sport

1.2 billion fans. 87 million players. We are the world governing body of the sport, working on behalf of our 213 member nations

Growing the game From playground to podium

We are the only tennis body to invest millions in development

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Our Tours Opportunities for all

We run six Tours, with 3,000 events a year providing competitive opportunities for players of all ages and abilities


Flagship events Davis Cup, Billie Jean King Cup, Olympics and Paralympics

We are responsible for Davis Cup, Billie Jean King Cup by Gainbridge and we help run the tennis events at the Olympic and Paralympic Games

> Davis Cup website

> Billie Jean King Cup website

> Olympic Tennis Event website

> Paralympic Wheelchair Tennis Event website

Governance Guardians of the game

We are responsible for upholding the rules of tennis and strive to act with integrity and transparency

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Tennis Tech Where innovation meets tradition

We are monitoring the state of the game, ensuring that tennis remains true to its traditions in an ever-evolving world, and preserving the sport's appeal to all

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Company structure Who we are

We work on behalf of our member nations. The ITF President and Board of Directors is elected every four years

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