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History

• The Eastbourne International has a long-standing history, with the men's tournament dating back to 1974 and the women's tournament to 1971.
• Initially, the tournament was held on grass courts, but in 2009, it switched to a combination of grass and hard courts.

Venue

• The tournament takes place at the Devonshire Park Lawn Tennis Club in Eastbourne, a seaside town in East Sussex, England.
• The club features multiple grass courts and hard courts, providing players with a variety of playing surfaces.

Surface

• The Eastbourne International is unique in that it offers both grass and hard court events.
• The grass courts are known for their fast and low-bouncing nature, while the hard courts provide a different challenge with a higher bounce and medium pace.

Tournament Format

• The tournament follows a single-elimination format for both men and women.
• The main draws typically consist of 32 players, including direct acceptances, qualifiers, and wildcards.
• Matches are best-of-three sets for both men and women.

Importance

• The Eastbourne International serves as a crucial warm-up event for players preparing for Wimbledon, the third Grand Slam of the year.
• The tournament provides players with an opportunity to fine-tune their grass court skills and adjust to the unique playing conditions before the prestigious major.

Notable Champions

• The Eastbourne International has seen numerous top-ranked players and Grand Slam champions capture titles over the years. Some notable past champions include Novak Djokovic, Caroline Wozniacki, Serena Williams, and Justine Henin.