Tuesday, April 29, 2008

The Residences Hold Court: Prestigious Tennis Event to Be Hosted by The Residences at The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman

The Residences at The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman are preparing to add another jewel to their crown. Already known for lavish and original oceanfront vacation homes, The Residences are now set to hold court as they play host to the second event of the 2008 Outback Champions Series tennis circuit. Scheduled to take place from April 16 to April 20, the Legends Championships tennis tournament is aptly named. With the royalty of international tennis competing against a backdrop of Caribbean beauty and luxury of The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman, the Legends Championships will be a legendary affair.

Owned by offshore land developer Michael Ryan, The Residences at The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman offer a lavish lifestyle on the prosperous and beautiful Caribbean island of Grand Cayman. Situated within The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman resort, The Residences feature 69 stunning waterfront homes as well as 7 South, a spectacular 20,000 square-foot penthouse. In addition to tremendous views and exquisite interiors, owners of The Residences have access to the resort's world-class amenities, including a La Prairie Spa, five restaurants including one by Eric Ripert of New York’s Le Bernadin, a Nick Bollettieri tennis center, and a Greg Norman-designed golf course. An Endless Service program enhances the lifestyle of owners, making The Residences fit for kings and queens.

A lavish and luxurious vacation destination, The Residences at The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman will provide the perfect setting for the Legends Championships. As the second of eight events on the Outback Champions Series tennis circuit, the Cayman Islands tournament will feature high calibre competitive tennis from some of the greatest names in the sport over 30 years of age. The complete roster of competitors was recently released by InsideOut Sports & Entertainment and includes Olympic silver medalist Wayne Ferreira, Mats Wilander, winner of seven career major singles titles, and Paul Haarhuis, a former top-ranked doubles player and winner of the Outback Champions Series Dubai tournament in 2007. The star-studded list of competitors also includes Mikael Pernfors, John McEnroe, Jim Courier, Jimmy Arias and Todd Martin.

While it's possible to enjoy this spectacular tennis tournament with tickets starting at just $15, visitors looking for the royal treatment will enjoy the Racquet Fever package, which includes Gold Box Seats for two at the Legends Champions tournament, access to the event's VIP lounge and other exclusive VIP offerings. In addition, Racquet Fever package holders will enjoy a five-night stay in one of the fully-furnished Residences at The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman. In the words of John Venison, co-founder of the Outback Champions Series, "When you combine the high level of competitive tennis from the legends of the sport with the paradise and luxury of The Residences at The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman, you have all the ingredients of a gem of a sporting event." With such an incredible setting for such a prestigious tournament, it's not surprising that the Legends Championships is set to be a truly legendary event.

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