• Home
  • Journal
  • EXPERIENCE THE INTERNAZIONALI BNL D’ITALIA

EXPERIENCE THE INTERNAZIONALI BNL D’ITALIA

One of the most anticipated spring sporting events in Italy, the Italian Open, or Internazionali BNL d’Italia, takes place each May in Rome. The Open is one of the most important clay tennis tournaments on the tour, second to the French Open. First played at the Foro Italico in 1935, a stadium inspired by the Roman forums of old, the tournament is still played at the same location on the banks of the Tiber.

Now in its 76th year, the Open runs from 6th to 19th May 2019, and this year’s championship is set to have audiences on the edge of their seats as 2018 Italian Open champion, and clay court specialist, Rafael Nadal eyes up his ninth win, to extend his record-breaking number of Internazionali titles. Meanwhile, Ukrainian World Number 4 Elina Svitolina will be looking to replicate her impressive championship from last year and take the title for a second year in a row.

Talk to our concierge at the Hotel de Russie to ensure the best courtside seats at the tournament, and book into one of our beautifully-designed rooms and suites to make the most of Italy’s most exciting tennis tournaments.

To contact Hotel de Russie, email reservations.derussie@roccofortehotels.com or call +39 06 32 888 830.

You may also like

Why nostalgia is the new luxury at Brown’s Hotel

As the world turns ever faster, the more we crave moments that feel timeless. In an age of novelty, amid the noise of constant ‘connection’ and the short-lived churn of the new, many are choosing something rare: nostalgia. Comfort is found in the familiar, meaning in memory, and beauty in places that feel lived-in. Nostalgia has emerged as the new expression of luxury, not as a retreat into the past, but rather a graceful refusal to let its traditions and heritage fade away.

Milan on a Plate

Few cities have shaped Italy’s table quite like Milan. Arguably best known for its extraordinary fashion and design scene, the city’s culinary story is one less often told - though no less remarkable. It is one best read on a plate, through recipes handed down over centuries. 

Made in Italy

In a city with a legacy like Florence, it is only natural for inspiration to take root. And alongside the bigger, global brands, small artisans flourish through their innate ability to tailor their ideas to an individual’s taste and dreams.