April 4, 2025
The Dominican Republic is the official destination brand sponsor of the 2025 Miami Open, one of the world’s largest tennis tournaments, attended by more than 400,000 attendees. Thus, reinforcing the Dominican Republic’s presence on the international sports tourism scene and allowing the country to showcase and promote a variety of tourist offerings to a global audience beyond sun and sand.
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA – MARCH 21: attends the Dominican Republic Ministry of Tourism x Miami Open at Hard Rock Stadium on March 21, 2025 in Miami Gardens, Florida. (Photo by John Parra/Getty Images for Dominican Republic Ministry of Tourism)
The Dominican Republic continues to solidify its dedication to sports tourism by strategically leveraging the global exposure of prestigious events such as the Miami Open. This enables the country to enhance its prominence, captivating thousands of attendees and reaching millions of viewers worldwide, while showcasing its vibrant culture and unparalleled appeal.
“The Miami Open provides an extraordinary platform to elevate the Dominican Republic’s brand to a global audience and offer a glimpse into our unparalleled hospitality,” emphasized Minister of Tourism David Collado. “Events of this caliber give us the perfect opportunity to showcase the rich diversity of experiences we provide—far beyond just sun and sand—while cementing our status as a premier destination for sports tourism.”
On Thursday, March 27, The Dominican Republic’ Minister of Tourism, David Collado, led the coin toss for the quarterfinals match between Arthur Fils and Jakub Mensik.
“Participation in the 2025 Miami Open underscores the Dominican Republic’s strategic commitment to attracting world-class sporting events and driving tourism through the power of sports,” stated tournament director James Blake. “Just this March, the country made a significant impact on the tennis world by hosting the prestigious 2025 ATP Dominican Republic Open Copa Cap Cana in Punta Cana, right after the renowned Indian Wells, further solidifying its position on the global tennis stage.”
Beyond tennis, the Dominican Republic proudly hosts a diverse array of premier international competitions, including the PGA Tour at the prestigious Corales Puntacana Resort & Club Championship, the Ironman 70.3, Oceanman, and many more. These world-class events underscore the destination’s unparalleled versatility in sports tourism, further solidifying the country’s reputation as the epicenter of sports in the Caribbean and Latin America.
Through this powerful strategic alliance at the 2025 Miami Open, the Dominican Republic reaffirms its unwavering commitment to sports as a key catalyst for tourism and global promotion. This partnership highlights the country’s dedication to creating unforgettable experiences, proving that when it comes to world-class destinations, “the Dominican Republic truly has it all.”