What a day at the Argentine Open is like: how much a family will have to invest in food and tickets to the semi-finals

He ATP 250 of Buenos Aires is entering the definition phase and the proposal could not be more attractive for the tennis fans who will populate the stands of the Guillermo Vilas stadium this weekend. They will be two Argentinians (Federico Coria and Facundo Díaz Acosta) in the semi-final and a Spaniard that the public has already made theirs for his hierarchy and his charisma, the youngest number one in history and winner of two Slams. Carlos Alcaraz. Ideal.

In any case, there is one factor that cannot be overlooked when planning a visit to Lawn tennis in Buenos Aires and it’s the cheap one. How much would a typical family (a couple and two children) spend to spend the afternoon and evening in the cathedral of Argentine tennis and see some of the best tennis players in the world? It is estimated at approximately $250,000. taking the cheapest ticket as a reference and adding the extra food and drinks and even some dessert or coffee.

A seat in the general stalls, the new tubular grandstand which was installed above the east stalls and which brought the total capacity of the stadium to almost 6,000 people, worth $52,000 to see the two semifinals and the same price for the final on Sunday. Meanwhile, the value rises in other sectors of the stadium to $90,000 (stands), $105,000 (elbows), $135,000 (side boxes), $170,000 (south and north boxes) and $275,000 (lower side boxes).

Added to this is dinner, especially on Saturday because two matches will be played and the day will probably last until late at night. There is a food court next to the main entrancealready known by those who visited the BALTC in previous years, and another behind court 2 which was added for this edition and which is still in the conditioning phase.

They both have different things is gastronomic, all at a similar price. Food costs around $4,000, drinks cost $2,000, ice cream popsicles between $2,000 and $3,000 and coffee costs $1,000. “It’s cheap to eat here with the prices you see outside, but what’s expensive are the tickets,” most visitors consulted by Clarion.

In any case they assure that it is worth it because it is “once a year” and why “It’s Alcaraz.” The Spaniard, who will try to become the third tennis player to retain the Argentine Open title Guillermo Vilas (he won six of his eight titles between 1973 and 1977) and David Ferrer (2012, 2013 and 2014), generates a revolution in every city he visits and Buenos Aires is no exception.

“Last year I came because I didn’t have any matches, I hadn’t competed in a while and I needed to play. I loved the tournament, the people are wonderful and what I experienced was incredible for me. “I wanted to come back this year because the vibes and energy of Buenos Aires are really special.”said the world number two before his debut against Camilo Ugo Carabelli.

The structures of the legendary Buenos Aires club have been renovated and continue along this path, precisely to attract the likes of Alcaraz. Legends of all time have passed through there, like him. Vilas, Rod Laver, Ivan Lendl and Rafael Nadal and Carlitos’ presence is expected to attract other circuit stars to join.

Partly due to the needs of the ATP and partly due to the decision of the organizers themselves, one of the most important renovation works is that of the changing rooms and the players’ lounge, which was built from scratch. And tennis players appreciate it.

“This year I consider the tournament an ATP 500. The field is very good, the organization is very good. It’s wonderful. If this tournament became a 500, I wouldn’t be surprised at all,” Alcaraz himself said in the press conference.

And Cameron Norrie was on the same page. “I agree with Alcaraz. For facilities, organization and atmosphere, the Argentina Open should be an ATP 500. The atmosphere of the match between Wawrinka and Jarry was incredible,” said the Briton.