Organizer for ATP 500 in Munich confirmed: MMP Event will be responsible for the renowned tennis tournament in the long term

Organizer for ATP 500 in Munich confirmed: MMP Event will be responsible for the renowned tennis tournament in the long term

New organizer contract with license holders from 2025

MMP has been organizing the BMW Open as an ATP 250 since 2014

(Munich / Cologne) World-class tennis at your fingertips at MTTC Iphitos – that’s what the BMW Open has stood for for over 100 years now. The traditional tennis tournament will be upgraded from the 250 category to an ATP 500 event from 2025. This was decided in favor of the Munich tournament at the end of last year as part of a comprehensive tendering process. This will be accompanied by higher prize money (EUR 2.5 million), a larger spectator capacity and a potentially even more attractive field of players. The promotion to the higher tournament category also means a long-term consolidation of the event in the ATP calendar.

Long-term organizer contract – MMP responsible since 2014

MMP Event has been organizing and developing the BMW Open since 2014 and played a key role in shaping the application process for the next higher tournament category. The experienced event agency will now continue to be responsible for the tournament in the long term from 2025: “We are delighted to have MMP on board as an organizer and strong partner for the new era. The mix of expertise, innovation and passion that the team brings to the event and the sport of tennis promises a very successful future for our tournament,” said Dr. Fabian Tross, CEO of the majority license holder and host MTTC Iphitos.

As the event agency of the Seven.One Entertainment Group (ProSiebenSat.1 Media SE), MMP Event in Munich can look forward to the coming years with a broad portfolio: “On behalf of ProSiebenSat.1 and MMP, I can say that we are looking forward to the 500 category with great anticipation and even greater zest for action,” says Katharina Frömsdorf, Chief Platforms & Growth Officer of Seven.One Entertainment Group / Managing Director of MMP Event. “The BMW Open is a project that is absolutely close to our hearts. We are very much looking forward to continuing our collaboration with MTTC Iphitos and would like to thank them for the trust they have placed in us,” adds Christian Okon, Managing Director of MMP Event.

The agency won a pitch at the end of last year.

Julia Lohoff

B-Trainer
Former WTA 61 Doubles


Responsible at the Iphitos Tennis School for:

  • Youth tennis
  • Adult tennis

Tournament support

The tennis school offers individual tournament coaching. Within this framework, intensive training can also be carried out before the respective tournament.

Contact / Office

MTTC IPHITOS e.V.
Aumeisterweg 10
80805 Munich
Tel.: 089 322 0903
Mail: tennisschule@iphitos.de

Contact
Marcello Craca
Head coach

Peter Kristen
Assistant head coach

Camps

Kids and youngsters in every age group have to keep honing their technique and tactics. In the camps, a lot of emphasis is placed on training technique and later match situations. Tennis beginners are very welcome. Let's get started with lots of fun and a great program in the Whitsun vacation and summer camps at MTTC Iphitos.

Fitness

Our fitness coaches try to get everyone going, be it through our daily fitness program for children and young people, be it individually and specifically tailored to the individual. We work hard - and with a lot of joy.

Youth training/ ball school

The support model practiced by the club includes continuous support for Iphitos children and young people right through to integration into adult tennis. Our concept includes getting kids ready to play quickly and integrating them into teams. We convey the joy of sport and exercise, taking into account the "Play-and-Stay" guidelines of the ITF and the DTB.

The joy of sport and playing with the ball is absolutely paramount in the ball school. Children learn how to handle different balls, anticipate and master situations through age-appropriate, primarily coordination tasks. Experience in handling different balls and different bats provides good basic training.

Adult training

Adult training is offered in the form of individual and group lessons. You can book individual lessons or entire subscriptions (summer 13 weeks, winter approx. 24 weeks). Please contact us and we will find an individual solution for you.

Our Iphi Santa Claus event takes place every year at the beginning of December. Christmas snacks, mulled wine or an aperitif as well as presents for the children and a cross decorated for Christmas create a contemplative atmosphere. And of course St. Nicholas also drops by.

Children's summer party

Of course, there is also an event highlight of the season for our Iphi Juniors: the children's summer party. On this day, the focus is on our kids aged five to twelve.

Every year, a diverse and varied supporting program is prepared. Among other things, our Iphi Juniors look forward to entertaining team games in the competition for the best team!

Summer party

The Iphitos summer party is the highlight of the year! Over 400 members, friends and supporters honor the teams and players of the year, enjoy good food and party late into the night.

Season Opnening by Hilscher

At the start of the summer season, the season opening takes place with the traditional Schleiferl tournament on our freshly prepared outdoor courts. While the adults devote themselves to tennis and activities, our supervisors lovingly look after the little ones.

After the tournament, the winners are honored at an award ceremony and we toast with a welcome aperitif and afternoon sounds from DJ Mata on the sun terrace.

School`s Out

The end of the school year in July holds a very special event for all Iphi juniors: We celebrate the end of the summer season together! After an exhausting and intensive year, the kids are the focus of this day and should be rewarded for their achievements.

The program includes team honors for U8-U12, barbecue & drinks, music and much more! All Iphi Juniors up to the age of 12 who are members of Iphitos are invited, including non-team players!

Bar & dance music with Tom & Jazzy

Enjoy your dinner with relaxed live music: our member Thomas Bangha-Szabo plays swing, blues and bossa hits with his tried-and-tested combo (bass, piano, saxophone and drums). And yes, you can also dance later.

We play in any weather - but preferably on the terrace in the Munich evening sun. Table reservations can be made directly in our club restaurant CROSS at: 089 62099331.

*Dates are communicated at the beginning of the summer and winter seasons.

Tea Time

We are pleased to invite our senior citizens to coffee, cake and a glass of Prosecco once every summer and winter season.

Come to Iphitos, feel at home and enjoy homemade cakes and good conversation with your long-time friends and play partners.

Beats & Balls

It's that time again! On June 20, 2024, starting at 6 p.m., we will be kicking off our eagerly awaited Beats & Balls series for the summer season. The theme is Beach Edition! So get the right clothes ready and see you there! Admission is completely free for Iphitos members, including snacks and drinks from Cross!

Bar Piano

The Bar Piano Evening takes place every Monday from 5.30 pm in our CROSS restaurant. Enjoy the relaxed sounds of Thomas & Friends at the piano.

Just the right ambience for dinner or good drinks in the CROSS club restaurant.