The regional tournament brought together 260 players representing six different clubs, competing across age categories ranging from 30 to 80 years old.
Cipolletti Hosts Regional Championship and 30th Anniversary
According to Master Río Negro, the sports event utilized Club Cipolletti as its primary venue, located at Mengelle 210, alongside matches hosted at Club Alemán on Figueroa U. del Carmen. The tournament coincided with a major milestone for the host organization, as the Club de Veteranas de Tenis de Río Negro celebrated the 30th anniversary of its creation.
Activities commenced on Thursday, September 4, with a presidential meeting at 16:30 hrs at Club Cipolletti, followed by an opening ceremony featuring a parade starting at the Complejo Cultural Cipolletti on Fernández Oro 57 at 18:00 hrs, and a subsequent reception at 19:30 hrs, as reported by Master Río Negro.
Competition Schedule and Format
Match play officially got underway on Friday, September 5, with morning sessions starting at 8:30 hrs at Club Cipolletti and 9:30 hrs at Club Alemán, per schedule details published by Cipolletti Digital. Competition continued through Saturday, September 6, leading into the finals on Sunday, September 7, which began at 8:30 hrs at Club Cipolletti.
Local outlets noted that the tournament highlights Cipolletti’s active sports calendar and its ongoing status as a regional reference point for athletic events celebrating the talent, passion, and trajectory of senior female athletes in Patagonia.
Tournament Conclusion and Regional Impact
With the conclusion of the finals on Sunday, September 7, at Club Cipolletti, the 5th edition of the Patagónico tournament wrapped up its four-day run. Organizers and participating clubs look toward future regional fixtures, while the Club de Veteranas de Tenis de Río Negro marks three decades of promoting senior tennis across the region. Share your thoughts or join the conversation in the comments below.
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