Italy is set to host a new ATP 250 grass-court tournament in Milan, starting from 2028, with the historic 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 every June, and while the exact location is yet to be decided, San Siro's massive capacity and northern Italy's climate make it a strong contender.
The federation's president, Angelo Binaghi, hinted that the stadium could be an ideal choice, drawing inspiration from the Madrid Open's plans to introduce practice courts at Real Madrid's Santiago Bernabeu. This development comes as Italy continues to strengthen its presence in the tennis world, having previously hosted a WTA grass-court tournament in Gaiba from 2022 to 2024. The country is also set to host the ATP Finals in Turin until 2030, the Davis Cup Finals in Bologna, 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, rivaling the likes of Indian Wells.