Milan's San Siro Stadium May Host ATP 250 Grass-Court Event from 2028

A new grass-court ATP 250 tournament is set to take place in Milan, Italy, beginning in 2028, with Milan's San Siro stadium being considered as a potential venue. The Italian Tennis and Padel Federation has acquired the rights to the tournament, which was previously held in Brussels. The event is expected to be held every June, and while the San Siro stadium, home to AC Milan and Inter Milan, is a possible location, a final decision has yet to be made. The federation's president, Angelo Binaghi, noted that the climate in northern Italy makes it a suitable location for the tournament. This development comes as Italy is set to host several prominent tennis events, including the ATP Finals in Turin and the Rome Masters on clay. Additionally, plans are underway to install a retractable roof at the Foro Italico's Campo Centrale, with the goal of elevating the tournament in Rome to a Grand Slam level. The Italian Tennis Federation is aiming to make the Rome tournament a major player in the tennis world, rivaling events like Indian Wells.