Citi Open (formerly the Legg Mason Tennis Classic) 2012 - Washington, DC

The Citi Open, formerly the Legg Mason Tennis Classic, is a US Open Series Event with competitions for more than $1.8 million in player compensation on the court. The world class tennis event benefits the Washington Tennis & Education Foundation (WTEF), a non-profit organization that strives to improve the life of Washington, DC area youths through tennis, educational and community-based activities.

In its first year as title sponsor, Citi is leading the charge with the “Citi Open Radio” program, which will feature live match updates from all courts and exclusive interviews with players and tournament officials. Fan attractions include a beach bar and photo booth, ping pong, live music, daily sponsor giveaways and more. This year’s special event lineup includes a culinary event headlined by DC Celebrity Chefs Bryan Voltaggio and Victor Albisu.

Dates

July 28 - August 5, 2012

2012 Special Event Lineup

•National Parks and Recreation Family Day, Saturday, July 28
•USTA Member Appreciation Day, Monday, July 30
•WTEF Pro-AM, Monday, July 30
•Chef Challenge with Bryan Voltaggio and Victor Albisu, Monday, July 30
•USTA Member Appreciation Day, Monday, July 30th
•Corona Extra Alumni Night at the Net presented by Lexus, Tuesday, July 31
•Epic Cellars Wine Tasting Night presented by Lexus, Thursday, August 2
•Military Appreciation Day hosted by Geico, Saturday, August 4
•Box Seat Ticket Holder Appreciation Reception, Saturday, August 4

Location

William H.G. Fitzgerald Tennis Center 16th & Kennedy Streets, NW Washington, DC Legg Mason Tennis Classic Tournament Hotline - 202-721-9500

The 7,500 seat tennis center, also known as Rock Creek Tennis Center, is located at Rock Creek Park, a division of the National Park Service.

Parking

Parking is very limited at the tennis center itself, so it is recommended that spectators take Metro to the Van Ness UDC station. Free shuttle service will operate every 10-12 minutes beginning one hour prior to the start of matches and will run until one hour after the last match. You may also park at the Van Ness UDC metro station and ride the free shuttle buses.