Imagine a city that is literally a tennis paradise! Osijek has just become the first and only city in the world to have FOUR public tennis courts featuring all Grand Slam surfaces, and get this — they are FREE! Yes, you read that right. While other cities dream of having one court, Osijek boasts four — each with a different surface: grass (Wimbledon), clay (Roland Garros), hard (US Open), and now the newest, Australian Open surface.
This tennis haven was inaugurated by our proud Donna Vekić, a current global tennis star, alongside legends like Mary Pierce, Martina Hingis, Marion Bartoli, and Iva Majoli. Their arrival wasn’t just a show — it was a statement that Osijek is becoming a global tennis hotspot.
The city invested huge effort and resources to make this project a reality. The courts are completely free to use, with just a prior reservation needed. And it’s not just talk — the courts have a staggering 95% occupancy rate, showing how successful this initiative is and how many people want to play tennis.
These courts aren’t just for pros or the wealthy — they’re for kids, youth, and adults who want to fall in love with tennis just like Donna did. Imagine how many talents could emerge from such an opportunity!
Besides opening the courts, Donna launched the international DNNA Ladies Tennis Net tournament, gathering businesswomen and recreational players from around the world. This tournament proves Osijek is not just building infrastructure but also fostering a tennis community and culture.
So, while other cities spend millions on expensive sports facilities that rarely get used, Osijek showed how to spark a real tennis revolution — with four free courts, legends, and young talents. If you’re not from Osijek, maybe it’s time to ask yourself — where’s your city’s tennis revolution?
And you, dear readers, what do you think? Is your city ready to follow Osijek’s lead or will it stay in the shadows? Drop a comment, share your tennis stories, or just say — who’s next in line for this tennis treat?
