Mikhail Youzhny and Dmitry Tursunov joined former WTA stars Anastasia Myskina and Elena Dementieva ahead of the St. Petersburg Open to promote the return of the ATP World Tour to the Russian city. The players took part in an exhibition match with Russian celebrities on a court installed on St. Petersburg’s historic Palace Square.

Not only were pros on hand to show off their skills, but the exhibition event also showcased promising local players. Also held at Palace Square on the same day were the St. Petersburg Open Junior finals, the St. Petersburg Open Amateur finals and a Paralympics tennis match.