The Montreal Masters will have a new stadium with a roof

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Tennis Canada has presented an ambitious project to build a new main stadium with a retractable roof in Montreal, an initiative aimed at ensuring the continuity and growth of the National Bank Open, one of the most important events on the global tennis calendar. The organization believes that the modernization of the current complex is essential to maintain the tournament's international status and meet the increasing demands from the ATP and WTA circuits.

The project includes the construction of a new central court at the current IGA Stadium complex located in Jarry Park. The facility would feature a retractable roof, considered crucial to guarantee match play in case of rain and enhance the experience for players, fans, and organizers. Currently, the main court has a capacity for around 12,000 spectators and lacks a permanent covering.

According to Tennis Canada, discussions with the heads of the main professional circuits have made it clear that having a covered facility is a key condition to ensure the long-term viability of the tournament in Montreal. The growing importance of ATP Masters 1000 and WTA 1000 events has raised the infrastructure standards required at venues.

In addition to the new central court, the plan includes a complete redesign of the venue. The goal is to convert the complex into a modern and sustainable facility capable of hosting international competitions year-round and strengthening Montreal's role as one of the tennis capitals in North America.

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The Canadian tournament, founded in 1881, is one of the oldest in the world and alternates its men's and women's competitions annually between Montreal and Toronto. It is part of the second most prestigious category after the Grand Slams and annually gathers the top figures in world tennis.

One of the main arguments in favor of the project is the need to avoid interruptions due to weather conditions. The absence of a roof currently results in match suspensions or delays when it rains, impacting TV schedules and fan experience. A covered stadium would allow maintaining the planned schedule regardless of the weather.

Tennis Canada also argues that the proposal represents the most sustainable option for the complex's future, as it would allow the renovation of decades-old facilities to meet the current needs of professional sports.

Although there are still planning and funding stages to complete, the project is shaping up to be one of the largest investments in tennis infrastructure in Canada in recent years. If it receives the necessary approvals, Montreal could potentially have one of the most modern tennis stadiums on the continent, strengthening its position in the international circuit and ensuring the continuity of one of the sport's most emblematic tournaments.

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