Blue Dragon Charity Open

Tournament Structure

All categories will follow the same structure:

• Round Robin: 2 groups, each with 3 players/pairs

  • each player/pair will play 2 matches (one against each of the players/pairs in the group)

• Main Draw: The top 2 players/pairs of each group will proceed to the next round. There will be

  • 2 semi-finals

  • 1 final

  • 1 match for 3rd place

• Consolation Draw: The 3rd player/pair of each group will play one match for 5th place

Number of matches played

All players/pairs will play 2 matches within the Round Robin. First and second place players/pairs of each group will play 2 additional matches in the Main Draw. The third place players/pairs of each group will play 1 additional match in the Consolation Draw.

Match Scheduling

We will do our best to organize the matches to: 

• Minimize your breaks between matches 

• Allow for a lunch break at some point

We will communicate the schedule real time so you can minimize your waiting time between the matches and you can prepare yourself timely.

Here is what the schedule SHOULD look like. Please note that the schedule is subject to changes based on the duration of the matches and availability of the courts.

Each cell follows a standardized format: 

• First part is the type of Match

  • RR: Round Robin (group phase)

  • 5th: match for the 5th place

  • 1/2: semi-finals

  • 3rd: match for the 3rd place

  • 1st: match for the 1st place

• Second part is the category

  • S Men A = Single Men A

  • D Women A = Double Women A

  • ...

• Third part is a number (1 or 2). This is used to indicate group number during round robin and to distinguish the semi-final matches

In the event of significant schedule overrun, which can happen if matches last longer than expected or players arrive late, we will cancel the Consolation Draw matches (5th place). Nevertheless, we do not anticipate any match cancellation.

Match Formats

Fast 6

This is the only format used in the tournament. The format is as follows: 

• One set only

• First to 6 games

• All the possible rules to make it fast:

  • Golden ball at deuce

  • 7-point tiebreak at 5-5

    • Golden ball at 6-6 during tiebreak

Self-referee

As this is a Charity Tournament, we want to limit the expenses in order to maximize the donation amount. Therefore, there will be no referee. Please make your own line calls with honesty and respect (winning prizes will not be monetary, nor will they be of any significant value).

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On-Court Etiquette

Tennis is a game of skill, sportsmanship, and mutual respect. Whether you’re playing a competitive match or just for fun, please follow these simple etiquette rules to keep things fair, enjoyable, and smooth for everyone.

🧑‍⚖️ Line Calls

• Make your own calls clearly and honestly. If you’re unsure, the ball is in. The player on the side with the ball should make the call.

• Respect your opponent’s calls—unless there’s an obvious mistake.

• If there’s disagreement and no resolution, replay the point.

⏱️ Pace of Play

• Keep the game moving: 20 seconds max between points.

• Don’t linger or take breaks mid-game—no bench breaks during a service game.

• When switching sides, minimize break time at the bench. 

• Arrive on time (at least 15 minutes before the previous match is expected to finish so you can start your on-court warm-up as soon as possible). 

  • If you’re running more than 5 minutes late, one game will be given to your opponent. 

  • Over 10 minutes late, your opponent will win as WO.

🗣️ Communication

• Call the score out loud before every serve.

• Confirm the score if there’s any confusion or after long rallies.

• Grunting and emotional reactions are natural—but don’t be excessive or disruptive.

🎾 Ball Management

• Always clear loose balls from your side before starting a point.

• If you’re distracted by a ball you didn’t clear, the point does not get replayed.

🧼 Court Respect

• Keep the court tidy. Bring your own water and towel—and clean up after yourself.

• Don't interrupt other matches, especially during play.

❤️ General Sportsmanship

• Shake hands (or racquet tap) after every match.

• Smile, enjoy the game, and help build a positive tennis community.

Before the Match

• Register with the organizer 30 min before your first match

• Be ready 15 minutes before the first match

• Start your warm up off court

• Warm-up: 5 min on-court warm-up as soon as the previous match finishes 

  • Please be strict with the warm-up time so we can get through all the matches 

  • Any additional warm-up should be done off court prior to the start of the match 

• Balls will be provided by the tournament organizers (expected to be Wilson Championship a.k.a Wilson red)

Round Robin Ranking

Round Robin Ranking will be determined in the following order: 

• 1) Win/Loss difference (W/L difference):  players are ranked first by number of matches won. (e.g. 3-0 beats 2-1)

• 2) Game difference: If two players have the same number of wins, their net games won across all matches will be used to determine the ranking (e.g., +8 beats +5).

• 3) Head-to-head result: If still tied, the head-to-head result (who beat whom) between the tied players will be used.

At the tennis club:

• Drinks and basic food can be purchased. (we will try to arrange multiple options for food)

  • The court is located near Vinhomes Grand Park, where you can find multiple restaurant options for lunch. Check the following map: here

• Toilets and showers are available for use. 

• There is also a small sports shop. 

You should bring:

• your own drinks (no drinks will be provided by the organization)

• a cap (only a few areas in the shadow at this club outside the court)

• sun cream

• your own tennis gears 🤷‍♂️

• your own lunch if you don’t plan to use food options available at the Club, on Grab delivery, or at the nearby restaurants (in the Vinhomes Grand Park area)