Created by Charles-Antoyne Hurstel in 2017, this cup was originally named "Antoine-Henry Masson" in memory of the best player in France in the 18th century. He was known for playing in "The Big Match" in 1767 against the Englishman Tomkins, who was beaten in 5 sets. This tournament is open to players in France and England with a handicap of between 10 and 20.The Thélème Cup is a single level tournament. It will be limited to the first 16 entrants whose handicaps are below 20, amateurs or professionals. If less than 16 players enter, improving players of just above 20 handicap may be considered.The Invitational Cup, added in 2022, is a single handicap tournament. It will be limited to the first 32 entrants.
L’Invitational, ajoutée en 2022, est un tournoi à handicap. Il sera limité aux 32 premiers inscrits.

Program

Friday, January 12 2024
7pm - 10:30pm: Cocktail reception at the club (74 ter rue Lauriston, 75116 Paris). guests welcome
Saturday January 13 2024
Starting at 8pm: Dinner (8 rue des Quatre-Vents, 75006 Paris).
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Match times are indicative. Players must start immediately after the end of the previous match. 
Le dîner sera finalement au prix de 30 euros par personne.