For the sixth consecutive year, the historic winery from Col San Martino renews its partnership with Circolo Antico Tiro a Volo as Official Sparkling Wine Partner of the ATV Bancomat Tennis Open WTA 125
July 6, 2026 (Col San Marino, Italy) — Follador Prosecco dal 1769 is once again taking centre stage at the ATV Bancomat Tennis Open WTA 125, returning as the tournament’s Official Sparkling Wine Partner for the sixth consecutive year. From 13 to 19 July 2026, the historic Veneto winery will be present at the 16th edition of the prestigious international women’s tournament, hosted by Rome’s Circolo Antico Tiro a Volo.
Throughout the week, Follador will welcome players, guests and tennis enthusiasts to its dedicated aperitivo lounge, where visitors will have the opportunity to enjoy a selection of the winery’s elegant Prosecco Superiore DOCG wines.
Located in one of the Club’s main hospitality areas, the Follador lounge will serve as a vibrant meeting point for spectators, athletes and tournament guests, offering moments of conviviality accompanied by the winery’s signature sparkling wines. A highlight of the partnership will be the Gala Evening on 15 July, one of the tournament’s flagship social events, bringing together players, sponsors, institutional representatives and invited guests.
“Being part of such a prestigious event for six consecutive years is a great source of pride for us and a testament to the quality that has always defined our work,” says Cristina Follador. “Our wines embody elegance, passion and a deep connection to their territory—values that perfectly reflect the spirit of tennis and the prestige of this outstanding tournament.”
Now in its 16th edition, the ATV Bancomat Tennis Open WTA 125 is organised under the patronage of the Lazio Region, Roma Capitale, the Metropolitan City of Rome, Sport e Salute and the Italian Tennis and Padel Federation (FITP). Over the years, it has established itself as one of the leading events on the international women’s tennis calendar.
The tournament continues to combine elite sporting competition with a strong commitment to social engagement, offering an entire week dedicated to world-class tennis. Today, it stands among Italy’s premier sporting events, attracting growing attention from players, partners and an increasingly international audience.
Follador’s range of sparkling wines is renowned for the elegance and finesse of its bubbles, achieved through the exclusive Metodo Gianfranco Follador®, a proprietary winemaking protocol developed to enhance the full potential of Glera grapes grown on the UNESCO World Heritage hills of Conegliano Valdobbiadene. The result is a collection of wines that proudly represents the excellence of Italian winemaking around the world, making them a natural choice for prestigious occasions such as the ATV Bancomat Tennis Open WTA 125.
About Follador
Follador is one of the landmark wineries of the Conegliano Valdobbiadene appellation, with a winemaking tradition dating back to 1769, when the Doge of Venice recognized the quality of the wines produced by their ancestor, Giovanni Follador. Since then, nine generations have preserved and strengthened their bond with the territory, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with the winery based in Col San Martino, in the heart of the Prosecco Superiore DOCG hills.
Now led by siblings Michele, Cristina, Emanuela, and Francesca Follador, the company has built a strong and consistent identity, rooted in technical innovation, sustainability, and respect for tradition. The Gianfranco Follador Method®, an exclusive winemaking protocol, ensures consistent quality and a refined style that is appreciated worldwide. Exports play a key strategic role for the brand, supported by a relationship focused approach and a commitment to promoting the Italian lifestyle in premium contexts. Each bottle reflects a family expertise that looks to the future while remaining firmly grounded in its roots. Follador Prosecco is currently distributed across a wide range of international markets, including Austria, the Caribbean, China, Cyprus, Costa Rica, Germany, Kazakhstan, Lithuania, Malaysia, Nepal, New Zealand, the Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, the United States, Switzerland, Thailand, and the United Kingdom.
