64 Amateur Doubles Teams to Compete for $25,000 Purse and a Chance to Play Tennis Legends Stefanie Graf, Andre Agassi, John McEnroe & Maria Sharapova
Amateur Teams Can Sign Up Here
In an exciting announcement, Horizon Sports & Experiences (HS&E) and InsideOut Sports + Entertainment revealed the upcoming Amateur Slam 2, scheduled to take place on February 2-3, 2024. The eagerly anticipated tournament will welcome 64 amateur pickleball doubles teams from across the nation who will compete for a lucrative $25,000 purse and the opportunity to face off against tennis legends Stefanie Graf, Andre Agassi, John McEnroe, and Maria Sharapova.
Set against the backdrop of the dazzling Miami Beach, the Amateur Slam 2 will be held at the famous Lincoln Road, specifically at 1665 Lenox Avenue. Participants can look forward to an exhilarating showdown and absorb the vibrant pickleball atmosphere.
Players interested in joining the action can sign up now on the tournament’s official website, securing their chance to participate in this highly anticipated event. With single-gender and mixed-gender doubles teams accepted, the tournament showcases inclusivity and aims to provide thrilling competition for all skill levels. To ensure fair play, each team must have a maximum combined DUPR rating of 8.5.
The action-packed tournament will kick off on Friday, February 2, with an intense round-robin stage, leading up to the round of sixteen. Momentum will carry into Saturday, February 3, featuring the Quarterfinals, Semifinals, and Finals, culminating in the ultimate prize for the victors – the opportunity to compete against the tennis legends themselves.
During the tournament, all 64 competing teams are guaranteed a minimum of three matches, ensuring a fair chance for each contending pair to demonstrate their skills and potentially emerge victorious.
Amateur Slam 2 Tournament Details:
– A total of 64 teams, comprising both single-gender and mixed-gender, will participate in the tournament.
– Teams are required to pay an entry fee of $150 per player, with each team guaranteed a minimum of three matches.
– The teams will be organized into 16 groups of four teams for the round-robin stage. Group winners and runners-up will then advance to single elimination play within winner’s and consolation draws.
– Winners of both the main and consolation draws will not only share the prestigious $25,000 prize purse but will also earn a unique opportunity to compete in a pickleball match against the tennis legends.
David Levy, Co-CEO of HS&E, expressed his excitement about bringing the high-stakes competition to Miami Beach, stating, “We are thrilled to be back in South Florida for AmSlam2, bringing our high-stakes, action-packed competition to Miami Beach. The AmSlam will welcome skilled amateur pickleballers in a two-day showcase which will serve as the perfect kickoff to the Pickleball Slam 2.”
For tennis enthusiasts, the Pickleball Slam 2 promises to be a highlight event. Immediately following the conclusion of the Amateur Slam 2, tennis legends Stefanie Graf, Andre Agassi, John McEnroe, and Maria Sharapova will take on the victorious amateurs. This highly anticipated exhibition match will serve as the final tune-up for the legends ahead of the Pickleball Slam 2, which offers a staggering $1 million prize purse.
Taking place on Sunday, February 4, 2024, at the Hard Rock Live at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Hollywood, FL, ESPN will broadcast the showdown between Graf and Agassi against McEnroe and Sharapova. Tickets for this thrilling event are currently available on Ticketmaster, starting at $46, offering fans the chance to witness these tennis icons in a pickleball match.
This Pickleball action-packed extravaganza, as the Amateur Slam 2 ushers in a thrilling era of competitive pickleball showcases the sport’s growing popularity.
Starting at $46, tickets to the Pickleball Slam 2 are available now on Ticketmaster.