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

Italy is set to host a new ATP 250 grass-court tournament in Milan, starting from 2028, with the possibility of it being held at the renowned San Siro stadium. The Italian Tennis and Padel Federation has acquired the rights to the tournament, previously held in Brussels, and plans to stage it every June. While the exact venue is yet to be confirmed, San Siro, with its massive capacity of over 75,000, is a strong contender. According to federation president Angelo Binaghi, the decision on the venue will be made considering climate factors, with northern Italy being the likely location. Binaghi drew parallels with the Madrid Open, which is introducing practice courts within Real Madrid's Santiago Bernabeu, suggesting that San Siro could be an ideal choice. Italy has previously hosted a grass-court WTA tournament in Gaiba from 2022 to 2024. The federation is also hosting several other prominent tennis events, including the ATP Finals in Turin and the Davis Cup Finals in Bologna. Additionally, work on a retractable roof for the Campo Centrale at the Foro Italico is slated to begin soon, with the goal of completion by the 2028 edition. Binaghi expressed his ambition to elevate the Rome Masters to the status of a fifth Grand Slam, rivaling the likes of Indian Wells. Meanwhile, Italian tennis player Jannik Sinner is aiming to make history by becoming the first Italian man to win the singles title at the Foro Italico in 50 years.