Sony Ericsson Open Ticket Packages on Sale Now
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Alison Levy
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08/25/08 - Coral Gables, FL--Ticket packages for the 2009 Sony Ericsson Open are now on sale.
The 25th edition of the Sony Ericsson Open is scheduled for March 25-April 5 and will once again feature the top-96 players on both ATP and Sony Ericsson WTA Tours competing at the Crandon Park Tennis Center for one of the most prestigious titles in tennis.
In 2008 Nikolay Davydenko defeated Rafael Nadal for his first Sony Ericsson Open title, while Serena Williams knocked off Jelena Jankovic in a thrilling three-set match to capture her record-tying fifth title in Miami.
But the Sony Ericsson Open is more than just tennis, it is a total entertainment experience. High fashion, fine food, fabulous shopping and celebrity musical performances have made the tournament one of the most glamorous on tour.
Come see why record crowds as well as the biggest names in music, entertainment and sports visit the Sony Ericsson Open each March. Last year the Sony Ericsson Open drew a tournament record 297,011 fans during the event's 12 days including film stars Owen Wilson, Woody Harrelson, and Brittany Murphy, singers Gloria Estefan and Paulina Rubio, Miami Heat guard Dwyane Wade, Dallas Cowboy wide receiver Terrell Owens and Indy Car driver Helio Castroneves.
Starting at only $68 the Sony Ericsson Open has ticket packages to suit everyone's budget. Don't miss any of the action, secure your seats for 2009 and watch the best players in the world battle on the purple courts for one of the most coveted titles on tour.
You can call the Sony Ericsson Open ticket office at 305-442-3367 or email the ticket office at tickets@imgworld.com for more information.
300 Level Packages
Championship Series Package - (Monday 3/23 - Sunday 4/5 - includes all 24 sessions)
This premium package is still the best value in tennis, giving you access to every match on site, including all the outer courts. You get a reserved chair-backed seat in the 300-level for all 22 sessions, two qualifying days plus the opportunity to purchase preferred parking and membership to our exclusive on-site restaurant.
Price: $900 (Row A; includes Champions Club Membership)
$750 (Row B-C)
$725 (Row D-F)
400 Level Packages
The Flex-4 Plan: You decide when you come and how much you save! Our Opening Weekend, Final Four and After Hours packages allow you to pick the sessions that make up your package. Choose four sessions that fit your schedule, and save off the regular price of the ticket.
Opening Weekend Packages (Friday 3/27 - Sunday 3/29)
These sessions feature all the top players playing all weekend long! Your ticket entitles you to a reserved 400-level seat in the stadium, plus access to the outer courts.
· Flex-4 ... You Decide! - $125 (save 28%)
Choose 4 of the 6 sessions below for $125 and save as much as 28% off the regular price.
· Classic Package - $159 (save 31%)
Buy all six sessions for $159, a 31% savings off the regular price.
Sessions Day/Date Time Regular Price
Session 5 Friday 3/27 11 am $40
Session 6 Friday 3/27 7 pm $30
Session 7 Saturday 3/28 11 am $52
Session 8 Saturday 3/28 8 pm $30
Session 9 Sunday 3/29 11 am $52
Session 10 Sunday 3/29 7 pm $25
Final Four Packages (Thursday 4/2 - Sunday 4/5)
These sessions feature a 400-level reserved seat and include the men's and women's semifinals, the women's final (Saturday) and the men's final (Sunday).
· Flex-4 ... You Decide! - $142 (save 23%)
Choose any 4 sessions for $142 and save as much as 23% off the regular price.
Sessions Day/Date Time Regular Price
Session 17 Thursday 4/2 11 am $40
Session 18 Thursday 4/2 7 pm $40
Session 19 Friday 4/3 Noon $40
Session 20 Friday 4/3 7 pm $40
Session 21 Saturday 4/4 TBD $52
Session 22 Sunday 4/5 TBD $52
· After Hours Packages (Wednesday 3/25 - Wednesday 4/1) - Just $68 (save as much as 38%)
Enjoy tennis at night! Spend an evening under the lights on Key Biscayne and see exciting feature matches. Includes a reserved 400-level seat for any four night sessions from March 25 - April 1. Choose any four evening sessions (3/25 - 4/1) for $68 and save as much as 38% off the regular price.
Sessions Day/Date Regular Price
Session 2 Wednesday 3/25 $18
Session 4 Thursday 3/26 $25
Session 6 Friday 3/27 $30
Session 8 Saturday 3/28 $30
Session 10 Sunday 3/29 $25
Session 12 Monday 3/30 $25
Session 14 Tuesday 3/31 $25
Session 16 Wednesday 4/1 $25
The Miami-Dade County surcharges and Sony Ericsson Open Handling Fees are not included in the prices listed above.
ABOUT THE SONY ERICSSON OPEN: The 2009 Sony Ericsson Open will be played March 25-April 5 at the Tennis Center at Crandon Park in Miami. The 12-day combined event, founded by Butch Buchholz in 1985, is owned by IMG. The Sony Ericsson Open is one of nine ATP Masters Series events on the ATP calendar, a top tier event on the Sony Ericsson WTA TOUR calendar, and features the top men's and women's tennis players in the world. In 2008, Nikolay Davydenko defeated Rafael Nadal for his first Sony Ericsson Open title, while Serena Williams defeated Jelena Jankovic to win her fifth title in Miami. For ticket information, call (305) 442-3367 or visit the website at www.SonyEricssonOpen.com.
ABOUT SONY ERICSSON: Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications was established as a 50:50 joint venture by Sony and Ericsson in October 2001, with global corporate functions located in London. The company serves the worldwide communications market with innovative and feature-rich mobile phones, accessories and PC-cards, and it has R&D sites in Europe, Japan, China, India and America. Sony Ericsson is the title sponsor of the Women's Tennis Association, and works with the Association to promote the Sony Ericsson WTA Tour in over 80 cities during the year. For more information, please visit www.SonyEricsson.com.
Contact: Sam Henderson (305) 461-9281
sam.henderson@imgworld.com
Event Date: 08/25/08
Event Title: Sony Ericsson Open tickets go on sale. Call 305-442-3367.
