Prijedor hosts nostalgic tennis tournament using wooden rackets

The Dr. Mladen Stojanović Tennis Club in Prijedor is hosting a unique tennis tournament that celebrates the sport's history by using traditional wooden rackets and white attire.

Started in 2014 to mark the centenary of tennis in the city, the event aims to honor the pioneers who established the sport in Prijedor between the two World Wars. The tournament is described by organizers as both a sporting and cultural event that promotes healthy lifestyles and preserves local memory.

Participants note that playing with wooden rackets requires different tactics compared to modern tennis, as the game is slower and demands greater precision and patience. The event attracts players from across the former Yugoslav region.