Lexus Wrexham Open: City to host biggest tennis event in north Wales’ histiory

The Plas Coch Road building recently underwent a £2.5 million refurbishment, largely funded by the UK Government's Shared Prosperity Fund.

Additional support came from Sport Wales and Wrexham Council, followed by an additional grant from the Welsh Government to bring the lighting up to ITF international tennis standards.

During the tournament, the center will be transformed: an arena with 600 seats will be built around the main court for spectators.

Caroline Lacey, head of tennis communications and development at the LTA, said: “We are delighted to be bringing women’s professional tennis back to Wales for the first time in almost three decades.”

Welsh Minister for Culture, Skills and Social Partnership Jack Sargeant was “thoroughly impressed” by the site's facilities.

“These world-class facilities are an important addition to the North Wales sporting landscape, providing a platform where both elite athletes and grassroots enthusiasts from the local community can train and enjoy their sport,” he added.

“Bringing an elite women's tennis tournament to Wrexham is also an investment in our tourism industry.

Tennis Wales chief executive Simon Johnson said: “This tournament will help further raise the profile of tennis in Wales and is an event to really look forward to.”

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