Destiny Ford Da-Silva Launches Tennis Championship in Lagos

Destiny Ford Da-Silva, the former Nigerian number one tennis player and Davis Cup star, is organizing the Destiny Da-Silva Tennis Open Championship in Lagos, scheduled from November 13-21, 2026. The event will take place at the tennis section of the National Stadium in Surulere and boasts a total prize purse of ₦30 million across multiple categories, including Men’s and Women’s Singles and Doubles, Wheelchair Men’s and Women’s Singles and Doubles, and Men’s Veterans Singles.

The champions of the Men’s and Women’s Singles will each receive ₦1.5 million, with the remaining prize money allocated to other categories. Additionally, a ₦30,000 subsidy allowance will be provided to all main draw players during the tournament.

Players must register through their respective State Tennis Associations before the qualifying rounds, which begin on November 13. The Main Draw will start on November 16, culminating in the championship on November 21.

This tournament represents a significant investment in Nigeria's domestic tennis calendar.