30 September 2025

Samsun Open WTA 125 Tennis Tournament Press Launch Held

The Samsun Open tournament, which will take place from September 28 to October 5 at the Samsun Tennis & Golf Sports Club, is hosting approximately 50 athletes from 26 countries.

The press launch of the organization was attended by Samsun Deputy Governor Bilal Bozdemir, Turkish Tennis Federation President Ms. Şafak Müderrisgil, Samsun Metropolitan Municipality Mayor Halit Doğan, Provincial Director of Youth and Sports Feyzullah Dereci, Tournament Supervisor Mihaela Testiban, Tournament Director Cemre Anıl, Green Tennis & Golf Sports Club Seracettin Turan, national tennis player İpek Öz, and former world number 1 Karolina Pliskova.

Turkish Tennis Federation President Ms. Şafak Müderrisgil:

"The International Samsun Open WTA 125 Tournament, by hosting elite tennis players from 26 different countries in Samsun, both strengthens our city's identity as a sports hub and contributes to the rise of Turkish tennis on the international stage. Beyond the matches on the courts, this event will boost Samsun's brand value and give significant momentum to sports tourism. Furthermore, the decision to donate the semi-final and final ticket revenues to the Mehmetçik Foundation adds a meaningful dimension to the tournament, as the unifying spirit of sport meets social responsibility. The fact that our Turkish tennis players are competing in the main draw and qualifying rounds is a source of great pride for us. As the Türkiye Tennis Federation, our vision is to expand tennis across the country, provide more opportunities for our youth, and pave the way for international success. The Samsun Open WTA 125 is a concrete example of this vision and is making its mark in history. On this occasion, I would like to thank the Samsun Governorship, Samsun Metropolitan Municipality, and the Green Golf and Tennis Club for their valuable contributions."

Samsun Metropolitan Municipality Mayor Halit Doğan stated that the International Samsun Open WTA 125 Tennis Tournament holds great importance for Samsun's sports vision. Doğan expressed that the tournament, with 50 athletes from 26 countries, will show the whole world that Samsun is a sports city, adding, "This organization will enhance our city's brand value and be an inspiration to our youth." Emphasizing that female athletes deserve praise for their courage and success, Doğan also drew attention to the tournament's social responsibility aspect.

The Czech player Karolina Pliskova expressed that she is having a great time in Samsun and invited all sports fans to the matches. National tennis player İpek Öz highlighted that this is the 4th WTA tournament held in Türkiye, stating, "The other three were held in Antalya. These tournaments are very important for us Turkish tennis players because they give us a chance to move up in the rankings. Karolina has risen to number 1 in the world. She is an example to many children here. There will surely be those who want to start playing tennis after watching her."

30 September 2025