Tennis - Governing Bodies

ITF

The ITF is the governing body of world tennis, and is made up of 205 national associations. It was established in 1913, and is based in London.

They are responsible for operating the 3 major national team competitions: the Davis Cup, the Fed Cup & the Hopman Cup.

The ITF also sanctions the 4 tennis 'Grand Slams'.

ATP

The Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP) was formed in 1972, with the purpose of protecting the interests of male tennis players.

Since 1990, the ATP has also been responsible for organising the worldwide tennis tour for men. They organise range of tournaments, at different levels, throughout each season, culminating in the ATP World Tour Finals at the end of each year for the top-8 ranked players.

They are also responsible for publishing the weekly world rankings.

WTA

The Women's Tennis Association (WTA) is the sister organisation of the ATP, and is responsible for protecting the interests of female tennis players. It was formed in 1973.

The WTA performs a similar role to the women's tour as the ATP does for men. They are responsible for organising a plethora of tournaments at different levels throughout the season, and also for collating and publishing the world rankings.

LTA

The Lawn Tennis Association is the governing body for tennis in Great Britain. It was formed in 1888 and is based in Roehampton.

The LTA is responsible for managing the newly-built National Tennis Centre, as well as the development of coaching and players in Great Britain.

Other responsibilities include management of the Davis Cup team, and the organisation and administration of play at all levels in Great Britain.

USTA

The United States Tennis Association is the governing body for tennis in the USA. They are responsible for the organising and administration of leagues at various levels across the country. It was formed in 1881, and is based in New York.

They are also responsible for the management of the 'USTA Bille Jean King National Tennis Center' at Flushing Meadow, New York, which plays host to the annual showpiece tournament - the US Open.

Tennis Australia

Tennis Australia is the governing body for the sport in Australia. The inception of the organisation can be traced back to 1904, and it is now based in Melbourne, Victoria, at Melbourne Park.

They are responsible for promoting the sport within Australia, and also the organisation of tournaments such as the 'Australian Open' grand slam, and the Australian Davis Cup team.

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