If you're in New York, and you are a tennis fan or an occassional tennis fan (whenever the championships are on TV) like me, you'll probably love this event. Tomorrow, Nike will set up a regulation tennis court at 23rd Street and Broadway, right by Madison Square Park. Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, Serena Williams and John McEnroe are all scheduled to appear! They're all in town for the U.S. Open, which starts August 31. Hope I can make it! See info below.

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WHAT: Tennis greats, Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, Serena Williams and John McEnroe will gather Wednesday, August 26, in the heart of New York City to challenge local youth tennis players and the general public to try their hand at experiencing what it’s like to return a pro serve.

Hundreds of tennis fans and youth from New York Parks and Rec, Athletes for Charity, and Mentoring USA will be treated to inspirational tennis tips and guidance from Federer, Nadal, Williams, and McEnroe. Three youth, representing each organization in attendance, will also have a chance to win a donation for their group by returning serves from a tennis serve-simulator set to mimic the powerful shots of the pros.  In addition, Nike, for the first time will unveil each athletes look for the 2009 U.S. Open.

WHO: Roger Federer 2008 US Open Champion

Serena Williams  2008 US Open Champion

Rafa Nadal 2009 Australian Open Champion

Legendary tennis pro John McEnroe

WHERE:   Nike-built regulation tennis court

23^rd Street and Broadway

New York, NY

WHEN: August 26, 2009

10:15AM – 10:45AM Roger Federer Appearance

1:30 PM – 2:00PM Serena Williams and Rafael Nadal Appearance