Time for Tennis! Thousands flock to Spain for the Marbella Masters
For the third consecutive year, the Puente Romano Tennis Club in Marbella will be hosting the Marbella Masters tennis tournament, where some 15,000 fans are expected to witness some of the world’s best tennis legends battle it out on the famous clay courts.
The tennis club, part of the prestigious Hotel Puente Romano situated in the heart of the golden mile staged a successful tournament back in 2010 which saw two time French open champion, Serge Bruguera beat former Wimbledon winner Richard Krajicek while Younes ElAlanoui took the crown last year after defeating Pat Cash and Ronald Agenor in a very exciting three-way final.
And the success it set to continue this year with thousands of visitors flocking to Marbella between the 24th and 26th August to witness all the sporting action.
Marc Pritchard, Sales and Marketing Manager of leading house builder Taylor Wimpey España and self-confessed tennis fan, explains,
“It is likely that this year’s tournament will surpass last year’s 15,000 spectators, with fans flocking to not only witness the legends at work but to bask in Marbella’s perfect setting, one that provides sunny skies, dazzling scenery and rich culture for such an esteemed event.
"International events of such magnitude help boost Marbella’s and indeed Spain’s global appeal and of course, it doesn’t hurt that world events such as these are located in parts of Spain where the sun always shines. Building on the Costa del Sol’s clear appeals, we are happy to announce our pre –released development at Los Arqueros Beach in Marbella, where for the first time in 15 years we are able to offer properties in Marbella with direct access to all amenities and the beach from just €205,000.”
Of course, while Marbella hosts tournaments for past legends, the Baleraric island of Mallorca boasts an impressive history of cultivating championship tennis stars including Carlos Moyá and most famously former World Number 1 Rafael Nadal. And for the next generation of budding tennis stars, Taylor Wimpey España has some excellent properties on offer in Spain at only 4% VAT until the end 2012 located just 10 minutes from superb tennis courts, ideal for practicing your serve.
Costing just €178.000, La Floresta de la Mairena is a new residential development set near the village of Elviria and its beach, very close to Marbella and Malaga. La Floresta de la Mairena is set in beautiful surroundings which have been declared a natural biosphere reserve by UNESCO. The development benefits from stunning views towards the oak and pine forest as well as towards the sea.
The development which affords, two communal swimming pools, landscaped gardens and external private parking is situated only 10 minutes away from tennis court facilities and just 30 minutes from Puente Romano’s 10 tennis (8 clay plus 2 hard surfaces) and 4 paddleball courts, including the central court where Davis Cup and ATP matches have been played.
El Puerto II situated in Cala d´Or, south east Mallorca has 2 bedroom apartments surrounded by generous gardens with native Balearic plants and 3 communal swimming pools.
Costing from €149,500 this sophisticated complex is within reach of the blue flag beach, Cala Mondrago and floodlit tennis courts in Cala Egos, 10 minutes from Cala d’Or .
For more information on buying in Spain contact Taylor Wimpey España today on 08000 121 020 or visit www.taylorwimpeyspain.com for more information. If you reside outside of the UK you will need to call 00 34 971 706 244.