A Donegal player has been selected to represent Ireland at the ITF World Team Masters Tennis Championships in Turkey next month.
Francis Venzon, of the Butt Hall Tennis Club in Ballybofey, has been named on the men’s over 40s team.
He will join players from 23 clubs across the island of Ireland who will be travelling to Antalya, Turkey, for the tournament which runs from Sunday 9 March to Friday 14th. Francis (main pic) represented Ireland at the same competition in 2023.
“These dedicated players have earned their place through strong performances in national tournaments throughout 2024, demonstrating their commitment, skill, and passion for the sport,” a spokesperson for Tennis Ireland said this evening.
Competing at this level requires significant personal investment, with players covering their own travel, accommodation, and gear costs.
“While Tennis Ireland, under the leadership of CEO Kevin Quinn and the HQ team, has worked hard to secure branded gear at a reasonable cost, the financial burden remains considerable,” the spokesperson added.
As a result, the Butt Hall Tennis Club has organised a ‘Fundraiser for Francis’ this weekend at their courts at Dreenan, opposite the Ballybofey Utd grounds.
The event will take place on Sunday, March 2, from 2pm to 4pm and include ‘social tennis’ and refreshments. Donations will also be accepted and there will be a raffle on the day to help support Francis with his expenses for the trip.
For further information, go to the Butt Hall Tennis Club Facebook page, or log onto www.butthalltennis.com
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