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SFX unveils Rock-n-Racquets

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The SFX Sports Group has unveiled a tennis event aimed at attracting a new audience to the sport.

It has unveiled details of the first annual Rock-n-Racquets tennis exhibition to take place on December 7 at the American Airlines Arena in Miami, Florida.

Headlining the night's single match tennis component, are tennis superstars Andy Roddick and Andre Agassi. Immediately following the match, fans will be treated to a concert performed by a top act to be announced at a later date.

Said an SFX spokesman: "Rock-n-Racquets has been designed as an annual exhibition event that will feature the world's most exciting tennis players with a musical component woven throughout the evening's festivities.

"The synergy of athleticism and music capitalises on the growing trend towards providing fans with the ultimate sports/entertainment experience."