Aljaž Bedene`s best result in Umag was his 2013 quarterfinal match, which he advanced to after defeating Alexandr Dolgopolov. Once he even played in the main tournament draw thanks to an invitation from the organizers. “In Umag, everything is perfectly organized, and the atmosphere is just superb. I feel really great there and that’s why I’d like to invite my fellow Slovenians to come and root for me and enjoy the event. Apart from top-quality tennis, the tournament offers great entertainment and an opportunity to enjoy the gorgeous ambience, which means that you get the whole package,” said Aljaž Bedene.
For years now, another Slovenian, Blaž Kavčič, has been reinforcing the connection between the tournament in Umag and the Slovenian tennis. This fan-favorite has always enjoyed tremendous support from the audience. His match against Gael Monfils back in 2013 comes to mind immediately, as the Grand Stand had been too small for all those who had wanted to see their attractive match.
Finally, apart from Borut Urh, yet another Slovenian tennis player who has so far notched a win in the main tournament here in Umag, there is a host of other Slovenian tennis players who have tried their luck on the courts of Stella Maris over the past 28 years.
“The 2018 Plava Laguna Croatian Open Umag is an exceptional sports, gourmet, social and tennis event in the Adria region, synonymous with outstanding organization, special experiences and relaxation. The moment I came of age, my first application was to the qualifiers at the ATP tournament in Umag, and I’ve been a regular ever since. Later on, I did it for the socializing and the well-known entertainment at the tournament, and over the past few years, I’ve been going to Umag as the head of the Slovenian Tennis Association and for business purposes only, seeing as there are a number of commercial and managerial activities going on beside the top-notch tennis matches at the highest ATP level. The tournament boasts an excellent program for all target groups, of all ages, and that’s why I recommend it to all my friends,” explained Gregor Krušič, head of the Slovenian Tennis Association.
The Slovenians who will not be able to follow the matches live will get to see the action in Umag via Sport TV. The tournament will be aired in more than a hundred countries and covered by over 370 accredited journalists, while special reports will be broadcasted by the well-known sports media SKY. The tournament will also be covered by other international media, including La Gazzetta dello Sport, Daily Mail, Super Tennis, DAZN, Arena Sports, Premier Sports and Eurosport.
