The Sunnyside Of Life

The US Open Tennis Championships in Flushing Meadows, Queens, is one of the premier sporting events in the world and a must for tennis fans. I’ve played on the USTA practice courts before so I like to think about what could’ve been if only I picked up a racquet 30 years ago, instead of a mere 2 years ago!

The best kept non-secret is the free access during the Qualifying Tournament. Enjoy some of tennis’ best players without the steep prices. Save it for the food! The free four-day Qualifying Tournament is held on field courts at the USTA National Tennis Center. Here is where professional tennis players compete to qualify for berths in the US Open. You may even catch a glimpse of tennis royalty as many players are around practicing.

Qualifying Tournament
Tuesday, August 25, to Friday, August 28, 2009
Gates open at 10 a.m. Free! 

Open Practice Day
August 30, 2009
Come see many world-class tennis stars getting ready for the opening day of the tournament.
Gates open at 11 a.m. Free!

@ USTA National Tennis Center
Subway 7 to Willets Point / Citi Field

Bloomerberg’s Summer City Streets finds its way to Sunnyside. Join the fun at 46th Street by the Arch transforms once again into a public plaza and play space. Bring the kids, play giant chess and enjoy! Live Music – 3pm

Saturdays – August 15, 22, 29
46th Street &  the Arch
at Queens Blvd 
12 noon – 7 pm