Behind every great tennis tournament is an invisible force that makes it all possible. In Italy, that force often goes by the name MEF Tennis Events - a close-knit, passionate team that has become a pillar of professional tennis in the country. From the idyllic courts of Perugia to the scenic shores of Tenerife, MEF has quietly, yet confidently, built a reputation for organizing some of the most seamless and beloved tournaments on the circuit.
From Passion to Profession
For MEF founders Marcello, Elena, and Federica, tennis has never just been a sport, it’s been a calling. “The first edition of Perugia, held in 2015, was the first ATP Challenger tournament that we organized under the name of MEF Tennis Events,” the team recalls. “We decided in 2014 to found MEF and turn our passion into a job.”
But their experience stretches back even further. Long before Perugia, they were already organizing the Internazionali di Tennis Città di Todi, which began in 2007. With over 50 professional tournaments to their name, MEF has since grown into one of Italy’s most important tennis organizations.
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