Less than 3 hours from Lyon, an international tennis tournament kicks off this weekend at the foot of Mont Blanc

The thrill of pro tennis with a player from Lyon in the mix!

At the foot of Mont Blanc, the top female tennis champions will gather for the Valle d’Aosta Ladies Open. Come experience every stage of the tournament, from the group stage matches all the way to the grand final, with tickets starting at €13. Both daytime and night sessions are available to immerse you even further in the thrilling atmosphere of the competition. Elsa Jacquemot, ranked 157th in the world, will be competing against a series of opponents from all over the globe. All the more reason to make the trip and cheer on the 23-year-old from Lyon!

The KIA Golden Point: Try your luck against the best

And since good news never comes alone, the tournament is hosting an unmissable event: the KIA Golden Point. The concept? A single-elimination bracket mixing professional players from the WTA tour with amateur players. But watch out—it all comes down to a single point! A devastating serve, you knock your opponent out, and on to the next one! The skill gap disappears completely—you can clearly take down any opponent: pure adrenaline. Ready to take on the challenge?

Practical information:

• Kia Golden Point (Amateurs vs. Pros): Saturday, October 24, 2026, at 3:00 p.m.
• WTA 125 Tournament: Sunday, October 25, through Sunday, November 1, 2026 (singles final on Sunday at 4:00 p.m.).
• Location: Courmayeur Sport Center, Via dello Stadio 2, Courmayeur (Aosta Valley, Italy)