THE TENNIS BALL RAISES OVER £160,000 WITH HELP OF SPORTING SUPERSTARS
On Saturday, 9thof November over 400 guests descended upon The Dorchester, London, to help raise money for two of Britain’s leading tennis charities; Give It Your Max (GIYM) and the International Lawn Tennis Clubs’ Philanthropic Development Programme.The spectacular ball, which was hosted by Sir Trevor McDonald with leading British comedian Alistair McGowan as master of ceremonies, raised in excess of £160,000 for the two charities through its raffle, donations and auction items. Tennis Stars Tim Henman, Heather Watson and this year’s ladies Wimbledon champion Marion Bartoli were joined