Association of Tennis Professionals
The Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP) is the most important organization for men's professional tennis.
Current season or competition: 2014 ATP World Tour | |
Sport | Tennis |
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Founded | September 1972 |
Founder | Donald Dell, Jack Kramer, and Cliff Drysdale |
History
ATP started in September 1972 by Donald Dell, Jack Kramer, and Cliff Drysdale. Its job is to care for the interests of men's professional tennis. Starting in 1990, the ATP has organized the most important group of tennis competitions for men. In 2009, the organization changed the name of the competitions from "ATP Tour" to "ATP World Tour." ATP is based in London.
ATP rankings
References
- ↑ "Current ATP Rankings (singles)". atpworldtour.com. ATP Tour, Inc. Retrieved 8 August 2014.
- ↑ "Emirates ATP Doubles Rankings". ATP Tour. Retrieved 8 August 2014.