Baha Mar Announces Expanded 2025 Baha Mar Cup, Featuring the Addition of the First-Ever Star-Studded Celebrity Pro-Am Tournament December 11-14, 2025 - Exclusive Travel Packages now Available

Hosted by tennis icon John McEnroe and Bahamian tennis legend Mark Knowles, the 2025 Baha Mar Cup, promises to be the most immersive and star-powered edition yet, combining competitive tennis, exclusive clinics and exhibitions along with vibrant and engaging social experiences - all in support of the The Baha Mar Resort Foundation and the Mark Knowles Children's Initiative, charities dedicated to enriching the Bahamian community and nurturing the next generation of tennis talent. 

"We are thrilled to bring back our signature Baha Mar Cup for its sixth consecutive year and elevate the event with the addition of the Celebrity Pro-Am tournament," says Graeme Davis, President of Baha Mar. "This event brings together some of the world's greatest tennis champions and globally admired celebrities for four days of exhilarating matches and curated experiences.  Beyond the excitement, the Baha Mar Cup is vital in supporting youth tennis and community development in the Bahamas - a cause deeply ingrained in our mission at Baha Mar."

A full lineup of both tennis professionals and celebrities will be announced soon.  Previous tennis stars have included John McEnroe, Coco Gauff, Jessica Pegula, Lindsey Davenport, Andy Rodick, James Blake, Taylor Townsend, Milos Raonic, Arantxa Sanchez Vicario, Victoria Azarenka, Mark Knowles, Jennifer Brady, Donna Vekic and Genie Bouchard.

Highlights Across the Four-Day Festival Include:

• Thursday, Dec 11: Pro clinics for all skill levels throughout the day to prepare for the pro-am competition, followed by an exclusive welcome reception & cocktail party at Rosewood Baha Mar, where guests can mingle with tennis greats and celebrities while enjoying world-class cuisine and craft cocktails in a stunning oceanfront setting.
  
  
• Friday, Dec 12: The Pro-Am Tournament invites amateurs to square off in a competitive round-robin with tennis legends, followed by thrilling pro-versus-pro exhibitions featuring top singles and doubles stars. The evening features a spectacular culinary experience hosted by Marcus Samuelsson, where attendees can savor gourmet dishes and engaging conversations with weekend stars.
  
  
• Saturday, Dec 13: The headline Celebrity Pro-Am Tournament — eight celebrities paired with eight tennis pros battle in an unforgettable showcase of skill and camaraderie. The excitement culminates in the luxurious Baha Mar Foundation Dinner & Cocktail Reception, featuring exquisite dining and networking opportunities with A-list guests.
  
  
• Sunday, Dec 14: Live Ball and other Tennis Clinics for players eager to hone their skills with pros, capped by the annual complimentary Kids Clinic offering local youth the chance to learn and play with visiting tennis stars.

Exclusive resort and hospitality packages are now available for booking, bundling premium accommodations with VIP access to all tournament events.  Guests can choose between a stay at Rosewood or Grand Hyatt Baha Mar. 

• Rosewood Baha Mar Package: Impeccable, thoughtfully designed interiors inspired by the rich culture of The Bahamas are matched only by intuitive, world-class service and luxurious amenities. Rosewood Baha Mar offers private beach access, full-service pools, and an array of wellness services. Packages start $9,000
  
  
• Grand Hyatt Baha Mar Package: Celebrate the most iconic experiences of a vacation in The Bahamas, perfect for families, friends, or a romantic getaway with a wide array of dining and nightlife options, lush tropical pools, and a pristine white sand beach, making it an ideal base for your tennis adventure. Packages start at $5,500

Since its inception, the Baha Mar Cup has raised over $300,000 to bolster youth tennis programs and community initiatives across the islands.  The event aligns with the Baha Mar Resort Foundation's pillars of Community, Culture and Conservation, reinforcing Baha Mar's commitment to a resilient Bahamian future. 

John McEnroe expressed his enthusiasm for the event, stating, "I am very excited to return to the Baha Mar Cup in 2025.  This event not only showcases the joy of tennis but also brings together remarkable talent for a great cause."

Added Mark Knowles:  "It's wonderful to see the Baha Mar Cup continue to grow, and I am thankful for all the pros, celebrities and participants that continue to come together to support this event and raise money.  It's an honor to be able to give back to my community and help grow the sport in my home country." 

The newly unveiled John McEnroe Tennis Center at Baha Mar is the premier facility in the Caribbean, serving up six professional hard courts, two Har-Tru clay courts, six dedicated pickleball courts and a full-service pro shop. The John McEnroe Tennis Center at Baha Mar provides year-round excitement for tennis aficionados, perfectly complementing Baha Mar's existing world-class offerings.

For more information on tickets and participating in The Baha Mar Cup tennis tournament, please visit http://bahamar.com/tennis-baha-mar-cup/

About Baha Mar 
Baha Mar is a master planned integrated resort development situated on 1,000 acres overlooking the world's famous Cable Beach. The white sand beach destination includes three global brand operators – Grand Hyatt, SLS, and Rosewood – over 2,300 rooms and more than 45 restaurants and lounges, a casino and state-of-the-art convention center, Royal Blue Golf Course, an 18-hole Jack Nicklaus signature course, a $200 million Baha Bay luxury water park, the Caribbean's first and only flagship ESPA spa, and over 30 luxury retail outlets. Baha Mar is a breathtaking location with dynamic programming, activities, and guest offerings in one of the most beautiful places in the world – The Bahamas. For more information and reservations, visit www.bahamar.com.

About John McEnroe
John McEnroe is a name that has become synonymous with world-class tennis and excellence, having achieved the #1 world singles ranking for four years and winning a combined 155 combined singles and doubles titles, and standing at #1 on the all-time ATP tournament win list, a record that still stands today.  John marveled the tennis world as a player of considerable skill and finesse.  His volleying touch and net skills are considered to be the best tennis has ever seen and his crafty play sparked some of tennis' most intense rivalries and classic matches of all-time.  His 82-3 singles match record, set in 1984, remains the record for the best single-season win percentage of the Open Era.  However, it's John's fiery competitive spirit that truly captivated the sports world, although there could be no disputing his enormous talents and accomplishments.  John was inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame in 1999.  Now having established himself as THE voice of tennis, working for a host of worldwide television networks at the Grand Slams for more than 20+ years, he is considered to be one of the pre-eminent sports analysts and expert commentators of all time.

About Mark Knowles
Mark Knowles is a former World #1 in doubles, where he has won all four majors in doubles. Knowles has won the men's doubles titles at the Australian Open, French Open, and U.S. Open, as well as the mixed doubles title at Wimbledon. He has contested 13 Grand Slam finals overall and was ranked World #1 between 2002 and 2004. Knowles is a 5-time Olympian and has coached top ten players including Jessica Pegula, Mardy Fish, Milos Raonic and Jack Sock. Since 2013, Knowles has appeared on-air for Tennis Channel, providing in-match commentary, courtside interviews and tournament analysis.

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