The UNIQLO Wheelchair Tennis Tour Explained

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Did you know there's more to wheelchair tennis than what you see at the Paralympics?

In fact, a lot more.

Of course, becoming a full medal sport at the Paralympics in 1992 was a major milestone, and as with the pedestrian game, the four Grand Slams, whose inclusion of wheelchair tennis began at the start of the millennium and now all include both Open and Quad Division draws, form a prestigious part of the International Wheelchair Tennis Circuit.

But let's look beyond those high profile events, you might catch a glimpse of on your TV.

The UNIQLO Wheelchair Tennis Tour comprises of more than 150 tournament's, spread across 40 different countries reaching every corner of the world, and offering nearly 3 million US Dollars in prize money.

Just like on the ATP and WTA Tours, there are various levels of tournament's.

The Futures are seen as a great starting point for developing players.

From there you have ITF Three, ITF Two, ITF One, Super Series Events and the four Grand Slams.

There are also junior events on the tour, where you can see the next generation of talent coming through.

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