Tickets, check . . . sunscreen, check . . .
Here is your who, what, where, when and how to have a smashing good time at the Rogers Cup
The venue The Aviva Centre, located on the York University campus in northwest Toronto, is the official venue for the Rogers Cup.
The stadium boasts a total of 12 courts, each with a DecoTurf cushioned acrylic playing surface — the same used at the U.S. Open. The Centre Court venue can hold 12,500 spectators. The Aviva Centre is also home to the Tennis Canada and the Ontario Tennis Association offices. Getting there The Aviva Centre is accessible by various public transit services, including the TTC, GO Transit and York Region Transit. If you’re taking the subway to an evening session, a courtesy shuttle bus will transport spectators from Downsview station to the stadium (from Tue, Aug. 11 to Sat, Aug. 15, starting at 5 p.m.). The shuttle is also available for the final day, Sun. Aug. 16, starting at 10 a.m. A pass holders’ parking lot is available for ticket holders with parking passes. Parking at York University is also available for a cash flat rate. Accessibility For assistance locating and purchasing tickets for accessible seating, you can call the Rogers Cup ticketing hotline available at 1-877-283-6647, extension 4333. Accessible seating is available in Level 100. Parking for those with handicap parking passes is located across the street from the stadium.
Weather Stormy skies don’t mean much. If it’s raining — or looks like it’s about to start — as you’re making your way to the stadium, don’t turn around.
It only takes about 30 minutes after a rain shower for the courts to be dried and readied for play; if you’re not on site, you could miss the match. If bad weather persists and a session is cancelled, your paid ticket may be eligible for an exchange. Read the inclement weather policy at rogerscup.com for complete details. What to bring and what to leave at home The Aviva Centre is an outdoor stadium. During afternoon matches, there is very little shade to be found. Wear a hat and bring sunscreen.
Spectators can bring food and water, but non-clear bottles are not allowed. Food and other beverages are also available for purchase. You can bring a camera, but tripods and cam- corders are not allowed. Player facts Eugenie Bouchard has a passionate group of fans who dub themselves the “Genie Army.” They even have shirts emblazoned with the name for sale on their Facebook page. Maria Sharapova is known for her characteristic grunts. Spectators and experts have complained about the noises, said to reach 109 decibels.
The addition of Romanian Simona Halep, 23, on July 27 means all top 25 players from the Women’s Tennis Association will be competing.