TENNIS (GLTA)

The Rainbow Games is thrilled to welcome GLTA sanctioned Tennis back to the schedule. Following strong interest and an energising atmosphere at the previous Games, the 2026 competition will take place at the Manuka Doctor Arena, where players can quite literally play in the footsteps of global tennis icons who have competed in the ASB Classic, including Serena Williams, Venus Williams, Naomi Osaka, Coco Gauff and Rafael Nadal.

Players will have the opportunity to compete for ranking points, test their skills and connect with the international LGBTQI+ tennis community, all while playing on courts with world class facilities and a proud sporting legacy.

Ways to Register

​​​​​​​Registration for Tennis requires two steps:

  1. Register on Tournament Software (no payment needed).

  2. Register on the Rainbow Games website using the pink button below.

Your entry is not confirmed until both steps are completed.

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ABOUT TENNIS

VENUE

Manuka Doctor Arena

DATES

Thursday 29 October
Tennis (pool play)

Registration + Opening Ceremony (evening)

Friday 30 October
Tennis (pool play)

Saturday 31 October

Tennis (pool play and knockouts)
Sunday 1 November
Tennis (knockouts and podium)

Closing Ceremony

REGISTRATION COSTS

Registration + Sport Fee (per person)

  1. Early Bird: $59 (from 15 February to 15 April 2026)
  2. Standard: $69 (from 16 April to 16 October 2026)

  3. Sport Fee $50 Tennis Sport Fee (includes one category – e.g. singles, doubles)

Your registration includes access to a full Rainbow Games experience:

  • Ticket to the Opening Ceremony (Thursday 29 October)
  • Ticket to the Closing Ceremony (Sunday 1 November)
  • Access to the arts, culture, and social programme throughout the Games
  • Opportunity to compete for medals and represent your community with pride
  • Player accreditation pass 
  • Your fee includes a contribution to the Rangatahi Legacy Initiative, supporting future generations of LGBTQI+ youth in sport

Additional category entries (e.g. singles and doubles) are available for an additional $20 NZD during registration.

Additional $5 USD is applicable for each Tennis registration.

CATEGORIES

  • The following categories are available in Tennis:

  • Open Singles

  • Open Doubles

  • A Singles

  • A Doubles

  • B Singles

  • B Doubles

  • C Singles

  • C Doubles

  • D Singles

  • D Doubles

All draws are Inclusive of all gender identities and expressions. Anyone can enter according to their playing division.

Draws may be merged at the tournament director's discretion if entries are low

GRADES

    • Open Grade
    • A 
    • B
    • C
    • D

    FURTHER INFORMATION

    Match Format, Draws and Schedule