The Lexington Challenger
Kentucky's Premier Tennis Event
The Lexington Challenger is a professional tennis event held annually in Lexington, Kentucky. As part of the ATP Challenger Tour, it attracts emerging talent and established players vying for ranking points and prize money. The tournament takes place on hard courts at the Hilary J. Boone Tennis complex and provides an excellent platform for rising stars to showcase their skills and compete against seasoned competitors. With its competitive atmosphere and enthusiastic local support, the Lexington Challenger is a key fixture in the tennis calendar, contributing to the growth and development of the sport.
Our Story
The Lexington Challenger Tennis Charity is a 501c3 that was developed to help benefit other charities in our community, while simultaneously providing an opportunity to see world class tennis talent on the beautiful campus of the University of Kentucky. The Lexington Challenger dates back to 1995 and proudly continues on to this day.
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Contact Info:
John Backer: 859.983.4477
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Joe Ross: 859.797.6679
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