Player Guide 2026
Midnight Sun
ITF Masters
MT700 Helsinki — the international Masters tournament where Nordic summer light meets world-class senior tennis.
A word from the Tournament Director
New breezes &
great tournament vibes
Many of you have seen me in previous years driving the tournament cars and running errands around the courts. This year I’m stepping behind the wheel of a slightly bigger vehicle — I’ve been given the honour of leading this whole wonderful organisation. From tournament driver to Tournament Director: quite the journey, and I couldn’t be more thrilled.
There’s a new face at the wheel, but no massive shake-ups are on the horizon. We’re building closely on the solid, familiar foundation the Midnight Sun Tennis tournaments in Helsinki and Vierumäki are already known for.
To me this tournament is about so much more than competition — it’s about community, laughter and genuine togetherness, with a touch of true Nordic hospitality seasoned with a little Estonian twist. Let’s make this summer unforgettable, on and off the court.
Kadri-Ann Õunap
Tournament Director · Midnight Sun Tennis
Your host city
Welcome to Helsinki
Finland is regularly named the happiest country in the world — a land of pristine nature, four distinct seasons and sisu, that famous blend of grit and resilience. Its capital, Helsinki, is a compact, safe and forward-thinking city on the Baltic Sea where functional design, a thriving food scene and seaside calm live in perfect harmony. Even downtown, you’re never more than a few minutes from a park or the shoreline.
Happiest country
Seven years running, and counting.
Suomenlinna
A ferry ride to the UNESCO sea fortress.
Authentic sauna
The original Finnish way to unwind.
Tournament week
Schedule
July 18–19
Possible arrivals
The team prepares the courts. Play at your own expense by making your own court booking.
July 20
Tournament starts
Official Opening Ceremony 14:00–15:00 with special guests. Court No. 3 reserved 13:30–15:30.
July 20–24
Practice courts
Available at the main venue daily 08:00–09:00.
July 22
Players’ Party
Seurasaaren Juhlatalo, 19:30–22:30 (timing may shift with the match schedule).
Prize-givings, twice daily
Ceremonies at 13:00 and 18:00. Special sponsor prizes are awarded daily — so prepare to be crowned “Most Sparkling”, “Longest Match” or another creative title!
Before you play
Registration
Who can play?
Open to all players in the 30+ age categories with a valid IPIN (international licence). No ranking limits.
How many events?
A maximum of 3 events — any mix of singles, doubles and mixed doubles.
How to register
Registration runs through the official ITF IPIN system.
- 1
Go to itftennis.com
- 2
Open the Masters Tour Calendar
- 3
Select 2026 › July › Finland › MT700 Helsinki
- 4
Login to IPIN
- 5
Choose your event and click + Enter
What it costs
Entry fees
infoOn-site payments by card or cash incur a 5 € administration fee. Each player books their own flights and accommodation, and must hold valid health/travel insurance for the tournament.
The entry fee includes
- check_circleConsolation draw for first-round singles losers
- check_circlePlayer gift — a tournament towel
- check_circleFree soft drinks during matches
- check_circleFree on-court physio treatment
- check_circleFree WiFi
account_balanceAdvance bank transfer
- IBAN
- FI43 4170 0040 0332 23
- Beneficiary
- United Tennis Community ry
- Reference
- “Helsinki”
- BIC / SWIFT
- ITELFIHH
On court
Tournament format
Competition format
Knockout draw, round-robin group, or a combination — depending on the number of entries. A consolation draw is scheduled for players who lose their first match.
Match format
Best of 3 tie-break sets. For the 80–90 age groups: 2 tie-break sets and a 10-point match tie-break.
Age categories
Men’s & Women’s singles and doubles: 30, 35, 40, 45, 50, 55, 60, 65, 70, 75, 80+. Adjacent categories may be grouped depending on entries.
replayConsolation draw
For players who lose their first match (first or second round). Players are not entered automatically — report directly to the Referee if you wish to take part.
groups_2Age grouping
If grouped with a younger category and you’d prefer not to play, contact the Referee within 24 hours of the registration deadline. Organisers will inform players beforehand.
Where you’ll play
Venues & surfaces
Tali Tennis Center
Most doubles & mixed doubles on the newly renovated outdoor courts. Surface: artificial clay (Top Clay).
Kalastajatorppa Tennis Club
All singles, plus doubles/mixed semifinals & finals — on natural clay.
Rain plan
In bad weather, matches may move indoors to Tali Tennis Center.
Dress code
Look the part
Clean, customarily acceptable tennis attire is required. Warm-up clothing is fine during warm-up and matches if it meets the same standard.
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Sweatshirts, baggy gym shorts, dress shirts, graphic T-shirts or other casual wear.
footprintFootwear
Proper tennis shoes that don’t damage the clay. The ITF Referee has final authority on compliance.
July 22 · 19:30–23:30
The Players’ Party
A premium buffet dinner by Chef Rôtisseur Eeva Kuutschin at the historic Seurasaaren Juhlatalo — on a beautiful island within walking distance of the main venue.
37 €
per person · welcome drink incl.
Summer casual
dress code
Book via the official webshop or by email — advance registration is required.
We recommend booking your spot by July 14.
Bank transfer to the tournament account, reference “Dinner Helsinki + Player Name”.
Where to stay
Official hotel
Hilton Helsinki Kalastajatorppa
Kalastajatorpantie 1, 00330 Helsinki · +358 9 458 11 · helsinkikalastajatorppa@hilton.com
Single
115/135 €
Double / Twin
135/155 €
Triple
155/185 €
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Book at hilton.com, search “Hilton Helsinki Kalastajatorppa”, then enter the code under Special Rates / Group Code. Reservations require a credit-card guarantee and can also be requested by email by quoting the code.
self_improvementComplimentary for guests
- Tue · Didrichsen Art Museum visit
- Wed · Fun & Run8:30–9:30
- Thu · Yoga17:00–18:00
- Fri · Pilates17:00–18:00
- Sat · Yoga9:00–10:00
Hotel guests get a 15% voucher for Restaurant Meritorppa and free access to the sauna & pool. Non-guests can use the wellness/sauna facilities for 15 € (towel included).
Good to know
Important information
Emergency
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ITF Referee · Karl Toomsoo
+372 5690 4601
Tournament Director
+358 40 154 7844
Kalastajatorpan Tennisklubi
+358 (0)10 423 9960
Tali Tenniskeskus
+358 (0)9 565 6050
At both venues
Stringing · food · drinks
The tournament officials
The Referee
Karl Toomsoo (EST)
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Ensures compliance with the rules of tennis and ITF regulations, oversees fair play, and is responsible for the accuracy of results. Intervenes on-court for rule interpretations only — not line calls.
+372 5690 4601 · karltoomsoo@gmail.com
Tournament Director
Kadri-Ann Õunap
Midnight Sun Tennis
Ensures the smooth running of the event — volunteer coordination, sponsor relations, hotel negotiations and side activities — so it’s delivered successfully from start to finish.
+358 40 154 7844 · tennis@midnightsuntennis.com
With thanks to
Our partners
The Midnight Sun Tennis tournament is made possible by these wonderful partners.
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