Tennis Plays For Love' charity set up to support people in urgent need in Morocco and Libya

The tennis world is once again uniting to generate funds to help to help people in Morocco and Libya.

Both African countries have been struck with major natural catastrophes in the recent past.

Morocco has been affected by an earthquake with a magnitude of 6.8 which resulted in the loss of lives of more than 3,000 and thousands injured.

On the other hand, Libya witnessed a dam breakage after being hit by a storm. The incident resulted in the loss of lives of more than 10,000 people whereas thousands are still missing.

It is because of this reason seven tennis governing bodies — ATP , WTA, ITF and the four Grand Slam tournaments — are coming together to generate funds.

The former world number 22 Hicham Arazi, who is also from Morocco, believes that there is an urgent need for money to help hundreds of thousands of people in living both countries.

"The earthquake in Morocco has devastated communities and families throughout the Marrakech region, home of our ATP event,” he said. “Many need our help. It is important to do our best to assist those in need.

“Funds raised will help provide food, clean water and necessary supplies to survivors, while also supporting longer-term relief and recovery. I thank in advance the tennis governing bodies, the players, my fellow former players, and our fans for doing their part and rally for those in need through Tennis Plays For Love.”