A new ATP 250 grass-court tournament is set to debut in Milan in 2028, with the city's renowned 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 scheduled to take place in June, and while the exact location is yet to be decided, San Siro's massive capacity and northern Italy's climate make it an attractive option. This development comes as Italy continues to expand its presence in the tennis world, having hosted a WTA grass-court tournament in Gaiba from 2022 to 2024.
The federation is also set to host the ATP Finals in Turin until 2030 and the Davis Cup Finals in Bologna. Furthermore, plans are underway to install a retractable roof at the Foro Italico's Campo Centrale, with the goal of elevating the Rome Masters to a Grand Slam-level tournament.
Italian tennis player Jannik Sinner is also looking to make history by becoming the first Italian man to win the singles title at the Foro Italico in 50 years.