P2M Gentry National Open serves up record prize, star power

The P2M Gentry National Open Tennis Tournaments Just Got a Whole Lot Louder

In a groundbreaking move, the P2 million purse – the richest in Philippine tennis history – will be up for grabs when the Gentry National Tennis Championships fires off on Thursday at the Colegio San Agustin in San Jose Del Monte, Bulacan. This landmark tournament not only raises the bar in terms of prize money and prestige but also signals a major leap in support for Philippine tennis.

Star-Studded Lineup

Headlining the field are the country's top two players – AJ Lim and Eric Jed Olivarez – who will lead a power-packed mix of veteran campaigners, rising stars, and fearless young guns vying for supremacy in what promises to be the most anticipated local tennis event of the year.

Competitive Payouts

The men's singles champion will take home a whopping P300,000, while the runner-up receives P150,000. The women's singles draw is equally competitive, with rising stars Mikaela Vicencio and Tiffany Nocos leading the charge for the P100,000 top prize. The women's runner-up will receive P50,000.

Impact on Philippine Tennis

This is a major milestone for Philippine tennis, said tournament organizer Bobby Mangunay, who also serves as Sports Program and Development Director of the PPS-PEPP. The response from players has been overwhelmingly positive, and the level of competition we're expecting truly reflects the importance and magnitude of this tournament.

A Comprehensive Tennis Event

The two-week tennis showcase will feature a range of events, including men's and women's doubles, collegiate and inter-school divisions, Legends play, team competitions, and Classified club-level classes. The men's doubles winners will pocket P100,000, with the women's doubles champions earning P50,000.

Supporting Emerging Talent

The event is part of a broader effort to uplift local tennis through the Palawan Pawnshop junior tennis circuit, providing year-round opportunities for emerging talents inspired by the meteoric rise of Filipino tennis sensation Alex Eala.

Competitive Field

Among the other top contenders expected to challenge Lim and Olivarez for the men's crown are Vicente Anasta, John Benedict Aguilar, John Kendrick Bona, Ronard Joven, Nilo Ledama, and Loucas Fernandez. In the women's side, the battle is equally fierce, with names like Elizabeth Abarquez, Victoria Pena, Niña Alcala, Tennielle Madis, Stefi Aludo, and Rachel Velez looking to make their mark.

Conclusion

The P2M Gentry National Open marks a new era of support and investment in Philippine tennis. With star power, record-breaking payouts, and a full 64-player draw in the men's Open singles division alone, this tournament is shaping up to be one for the ages.

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