Olympic Complex, Tennis Federation Collaborate on Court Upgrades

The Algerian Tennis Federation (FAT) and the Office of the Mohamed-Boudiaf Olympic Complex (OCO) have initiated institutional consultations focused on the future of tennis infrastructure in Algiers. This concerted effort aims to bolster the reception capacities and enhance the conditions for practicing tennis across Algeria. The initiative specifically seeks to preserve, rehabilitate, and modernize the sports equipment located at the 5-Juillet stadium, addressing the increasing expectations of players, coaches, and enthusiasts.

FAT President Mr. Oussama Ismail Masmoudi and OCO General Director Mr. Mohamed Khellaf met in Algiers on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, to assess priorities for renovating the Olympic complex's tennis courts. Discussions included a detailed examination of the existing infrastructure, identifying immediate interventions and long-term rehabilitation and modernization efforts required to meet expected playing standards. This thorough assessment underscored the importance of maintaining functional and well-adapted courts for a diverse range of participants, from high-level national and international competitors to young trainees, clubs, and amateur players.

Beyond the technical diagnosis, the meeting paved the way for the development of a partnership convention between the Algerian Tennis Federation and the Olympic Complex Office. This forthcoming agreement is designed to establish a clear framework for cooperation, coordination, and ongoing monitoring between the two entities. Its primary objective is to streamline the management, operation, and enhancement of the Olympic complex's tennis facilities. The convention is also expected to include mechanisms for project planning, responsibility allocation, and quality control of equipment, ultimately supporting the discipline's development throughout the country and creating a more favorable environment for hosting sports events, training activities, and competitions.

President Masmoudi acknowledged a shared commitment to national tennis development, emphasizing that improved infrastructure is crucial for player advancement, club growth, and increasing the sport's visibility. This initiative highlights the importance of collaboration between sports organizations and public facility managers, fostering a sustainable dynamic focused on modernizing facilities and strengthening resources for Algerian tennis stakeholders. The FAT, established in 1962 to organize, coordinate, and promote tennis in Algeria, continues its efforts to create a more efficient, accessible, and ambitious sporting environment for the discipline.