Our approach to performance is structured so the most naturally-gifted players can aim for highest levels of the sport
The ITF is committed to helping and supporting talented players as they develop their game. At a national level, through the Junior Tennis Initiative (JTI) and the NTC Network and Recognition Programmes, we support nations to nurture their top players. At a Regional level, we run intensive Training Camps, Regional Training Centres and Regional Touring Teams. At the highest level, we support players through International Touring Teams, ITF Junior Player Grants and Grand Slam Player Grants.
Every year, we select talented players from developing tennis nations to join Grand Slam Player Development Programme (GSPDP) teams to play higher-level events outside their region. This is a key part of the development programme that opens the door to regional and international junior competitions, and on to the professional levels of the game
Behind the scenes with a GSPDP/ITF Touring TeamWe run three state-of-the-art regional training centres where talented players can be coached, compete and continue their schooling
Much as competition drives our sport, we know that continuing training is vital to the success of the best players. So we fund and organise regional training camps to bring the best players in each region together to practice and grow. This approach also helps coaches from the region in the latest high-level training methods
This initiative aims to have more nations and players represented in the mainstream of international competitions, particularly the Grand Slam tournaments, Davis Cup, the Billie Jean King Cup and the Olympic Games. Since 2017, grants totalling $1.95 million have been distributed to 54 unique players. Eleven men and six women from those 54 have made it into the Top 100 in the ATP/WTA rankings
Our junior grants provide direct ITF financial support to selected players from all around the world by way of a contribution towards their competition-related costs, specifically to help them transition from the junior game to the professional ranks. Over the past two years grants totalling $631,250 has been awarded to 25 unique players
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