The excitement was palpable under the Mole, where I Tennis Foundation scholars reunited on the occasion of the Nitto ATP Finals. The team of the Intesa Sanpaolo Assicura Little Tennis Champions 2024-2025 charity project had an unforgettable experience, carrying on the journey that began with the bath of crowds and emotions gathered in Cuneo thanks to the presence of two world tennis legends, Steffi Graf and Andre Agassi.
The 12 talents, born between 2008 and 2009, had the opportunity to take the court at the prestigious Royal Club Torino, under the expert guidance of Ivan Ljubicic and Gipo Arbino, our special super coaches and members of the technical committee of I Tennis Foundation. The meeting was not only a time for technical training, but also an opportunity for the young athletes to absorb first-hand experiences from two extraordinary personalities.
The Intesa Sanpaolo Assicura Little Tennis Champions project⁹project aims to foster and support young Italian tennis talent, offering them unique resources and opportunities to grow both as athletes and as individuals. The day in Turin underscored the importance of this support, showing the scholars the path that can lead them to great achievements.
Thanks to the presence of Ljubicic and Arbino, the young tennis players were able to work on advanced techniques and game strategies, but most importantly, they got to see firsthand the kind of commitment and dedication needed to excel in professional tennis. The lessons learned went far beyond the court, instilling in the youngsters principles of discipline, resilience and team spirit.
The experience in Turin was enriched by the opportunity provided by the project’s title sponsor Intesa Sanpaolo Assicura to watch the tennis champions compete at the Inalpi Arena. Special moments that certainly left an indelible mark on the young talents, strengthening their determination to pursue their goals with passion and dedication. I Tennis Foundation, thanks to the support of partners such as Intesa Sanpaolo Assicura, continues to demonstrate how crucial it is to invest in the future of new generations of athletes.