Laver Cup Fan Zone, Chicago 2018

Fans are in for a treat as world class tennis and some of the biggest names in the sport hit Chicago for the Laver Cup in September.

The spectacular Laver Cup Fan Zone, the biggest ever staged at the famed United Center, will be open to the public Thursday, Sept. 20 through Sunday, Sept. 23 from 10am daily, with a special USTA family preview event taking place at 4pm on Sept. 20. The Fan Zone is open to the public, however a free ticket will be needed for entry and can be secured by visiting www.LaverCup.com/FanZoneTickets. Fans with match tickets will be able to utilize their tickets to enter the Fan Zone.

Fans will have the rare opportunity to see some of the world’s best players, including Roger Federer, Novak Djokovic, Alexander Zverev, Grigor Dimitrov, Juan Martin del Potro, Kevin Anderson, John Isner and Jack Sock as they go through their warm ups on the purpose built practice court located in the heart of the Laver Cup Fan Zone.

The iconic black Laver Cup court will be replicated within a stunning three-story glass structure so fans can view all the action as the players of Team Europe and Team World prepare for their matches.

Other features of the Laver Cup Fan Zone include:

• Giant LED Screens to catch all the on-court action
• The International Tennis Hall of Fame interactive gallery featuring the history of the game and celebrating the legends
• Photo opportunities with the iconic Laver Cup Trophy
• Mini Tennis courts hosted by the USTA – Test your tennis skills and learn some of the basics of the game using modified equipment.
• Net Generation Experience sponsored by the USTA - arcade style games for kids and a host of other activities for kids and adults

An attractive collection of local restaurants to provide signature items with a global appeal, including beer tent and wine bar, will be open throughout the Laver Cup Fan Zone. Additionally, official Laver Cup merchandise, guaranteed to become collector items, will be available at the Fan Zone, including Team Europe and Team World apparel.

Laver Cup partners will also create a premium experience in the Fan Zone with Barilla, Chase and Wilson, among others, all contributing to a grand slam atmosphere with activations including:

• Barilla will unveil the “Barilla Masters of Pasta Cucina”, serving up delectable, authentic pasta recipes and engaging cooking demonstrations from notable chefs throughout the weekend.
• JPMorgan Chase will offer a premium “Chase Lounge” experience for card holders to enjoy.
• Chicago-based Wilson pop-up retail shop with racket stringing and other sports gear, including the racket which Roger Federer will be playing with exclusively at the Laver Cup.
• The official condiment of the 2018 Laver Cup, Grey Poupon, will also be featured in the Fan Zone. Grey Poupon provides a full range of flavor varieties to satisfy any palate.