The world of professional tennis is abuzz with the recent news of INTENNSE Tennis having officially closed registration for its 2026 Draft. This groundbreaking league has attracted an impressive roster of 373 players, comprised of 229 men and 144 women, marking a significant change from its inaugural year.
As INTENNSE prepares for its second season, slated to commence in June, the upcoming draft is set for March 13, 2026, during the RacquetX conference at the Broward County Convention Center in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. This year, a total of 80 players will be selected across ten teams, striving for balance with eight players on each roster. The surge in interest is notable, as the player sign-up has increased a staggering 748% from just 44 participants in 2025’s pre-launch.
Among the elite athletes in this draft pool are notable names such as:
– Fabrice Martin, who has peaked at ATP rankings of No. 228 in singles and No. 19 in doubles.
– Karue Sell, with career highs of No. 258 in singles and No. 581 in doubles.
– Roberto Cid, reaching No. 211 in singles and No. 262 in doubles.
– Noah Schachter, who has achieved rankings of No. 654 in singles and No. 248 in doubles.
– Ema Burgic, recognized for her WTA singles peak of No. 466 and No. 145 in doubles.
– Usue Arconada, who has hit No. 130 in singles and No. 116 in doubles.
– Zoe Hammond, currently ranked as the number one singles player at the University of Kentucky.
– Caroline Driscoll, a distinguished three-time ITA Scholar-Athlete.
Adding to the excitement, tennis legends Bob and Mike Bryan have joined INTENNSE as Pulse Partners. As the most successful doubles team in tennis history, the Bryan Brothers will play vital roles in shaping the league’s identity. They will assist in branding efforts, engage in team ownership, support marketing initiatives, and advise on strategies for the upcoming player draft.
This expansion of INTENNSE from three to ten teams in its second season demonstrates its ambition to thrive within the tennis community. With a mix of talent and the involvement of iconic figures like the Bryans, INTENNSE is set to make a significant impact on the sport in the coming years.
