MANILA, Philippines - PLDT HOME Fibr, the country’s most powerful broadband, is coming in again as the presentor of the Manila leg of the second International Premier Tennis League (IPTL) which features 30 tennis legends and rising stars from around the world this December.
“PLDT HOME Fibr is honored to once again take part in this power-packed sporting event,” said PLDT VP and HOME marketing head Gary Dujali. “Last year’s run was nothing short of world-class and we expect even more for this year with an even bigger roster of tennis superstars.”
As a treat to customers, all PLDT HOME Fibr subscribers will be entitled to a 20 percent discount for their tickets to the IPTL Philippine leg from Sept. 12 until Oct. 30.
“At an exclusive deal, our Fibr-powered tennis aficionados will be able to witness the thrilling moments of their favorite international players in action,” Dujali said. “More than delivering a powerful broadband, PLDT HOME Fibr commits to bringing optimal world-class experiences to its customers.”
With world No. 1 Serena Williams bannering the newly branded Philippine Mavericks team, organizers expect to match or surpass the over 30,000 fans who watched the three-day Manila leg of last year’s inaugurals at the MOA Arena.
Season two of IPTL expands its lineup to over 30 superstars and rising players with mixed doubles Grand Slam titleholder Richard Gasquet, Wimbledon Championships WTA titleholder Sabine Lisicki, 2013 Australian Open mixed doubles titleholder Jarmila Gajdosova, youngest ATP top 100 Borna Coric, ATP World Tour doubles titleholder and Fil-Am pride Treat Huey and World No. 8 in men’s singles and team captain Mark Philippoussis joining Williams in the Mavericks squad.
The Philippine Mavericks will be pitted against stalwarts representing the teams of India, United Arab Emirates, Singapore and an added fifth country—Japan. These superstars form the Micromax Indian Aces, UAE Royals, Singapore Slammers and Japan Warriors.
The second season of IPTL will kick off its five-nation tour on Dec. 2 in Japan. The Philippines will host the second leg on Dec. 6-8 with Delhi (India), Dubai (UAE) and Singapore hosting the next three stops.
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