VRAC: Austria's first virtual tennis league starts with Zverev debacle!

VRAC: Austria's first virtual tennis league starts with Zverev debacle!

The tennis professional Alexander Zverev had to take a bitter defeat in the round of 16 of his home tournament in Hamburg. The German lost 3: 6, 6: 4, 6: 7 (5: 7) against the French player Alexandre Muller, and so he left the tournament early. This performance comes at a time when Zverev, who has only recently survived health problems and fever, does not seem to be in top shape.

Alexander Zverev, who started his ATP career at the age of 14 in 2011, celebrated numerous successes in his previous career. These include 23 titles by the end of 2024, including seven Masters 1000, two ATP Finals and the 2021 Olympic Gold Medal in Tokyo. His most remarkable victories include four successes against the absolute elite of tennis, the so -called Big Three - Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic. In addition, in 2024 he will be one of the only three players who defeated Nadal at the French Open.

New format in the tennis world

parallel to Zverev's challenges In individual news there is news from the world of tennis that make the future of sport exciting. The ÖTV, together with Laola1, Tennis Esports and MXR Sports, launched Austria's first official VR tennis league: VRAC (Virtual Reality Austria Championship). This innovative league, which starts on May 5, 2025, ensures a breath of fresh air and a new dimension in tennis. The live final will take place on June 25, 2025 in the Laola1 office in Vienna.

A main prize is waiting for the winner of the VRAC, which includes a trip to the WTEC final in Las Vegas on September 10, 2025. In addition, clubs have the opportunity to provide their first virtual club champion and represent their club. This commitment could possibly produce new talents and make the tennis game more attractive for younger generations.

tennis - a sport with a long history

tennis itself has a rich story that goes back to the 13th century when the game “Jeu de Paume” was created in French monasteries. Since then, sport has developed considerably and is now one of the most famous sports worldwide. The first tennis clubs and commercial tennis systems were founded in the 15th century and with the first tennis tournament in Brugge in 1464 the competition in tennis was institutionalized.

Over the centuries, tennis has grown in both popularity and professionalism. The introduction of the "Open Era" in 1968 allowed professional players to take part in tournaments, which revolutionized sport. Innovation processes, such as the development of new tennis balls and game variants, have led to the game faster and the athletes have become more athletic.

At the present time, in which players like Alexander Zverev shape the history of tennis with their performance, it remains to be seen how sport will develop and which new formats such as the VRAC contribute to promoting interest and participation in tennis.

Further information on Zverevs Werdegang and the developments in tennis can be found on Mouratoglou , as well as insights into the history of tennis on tennis guru and current news on Laola1 .