With the 2024 US Open drawing near, tennis stars came together for a remarkable evening at New York’s famous Gotham Hall. The Citi Taste of Tennis event featured exquisite cuisine, lively music, and great company, setting the stage for the upcoming tournament.
Take a look at the photos and videos capturing the highlights of the night and discover which tennis players were in attendance.
Tennis stars in attendance
The event was graced by top players such as Caroline Wozniacki, Zheng Qinwen, Daria Kasatkina with her partner Natalia Zabiiako, Jelena Ostapenko with her significant other, Daria Saville, Maria Timofeeva, Clervie Ngounoue, Nicole Melichar-Martinez with her spouse, Dayana Yastremska with her parent, Heather Watson, Caroline Dolehide, Taylor Fritz, Alexander Zverev, Andre Agassi, and many others.
Culinary delights
Guests savored a delectable array of dishes prepared by renowned chefs. Standouts included Kafta Sliders and King Salmon Kabobs by Chef Antonio Bachour of Bachour, The Traveller Ceviche Tuna and The Fake Fish by Chef Tom Goetter of Scenic Cruises, and BVI Painkiller Skewers and Local Lobster & Shrimp Rolls by Chef Andy Gaskin of Rosewood Little Dix Bay. It was truly a feast for the senses, with a variety of flavors pleasing all attendees.
An evening of entertainment
The Citi Taste of Tennis event wasn’t just about food—it was a complete sensory experience. DJ Irie kept the energy high with an electrifying set, while tennis legend Andre Agassi played the role of judge in an exciting cooking demonstration. The spotlight was on Executive Chef Cedric Tovar of The Palace Lotte Hotel as he guided Olympic gold medalist Zheng Qinwen and American #1 Taylor Fritz in creating a delicious dish. The fusion of culinary creativity and sportsmanship made for a truly unforgettable evening.
