Knowles Raises Money To Support Bahamian Youth At Baha Mar Cup

Mark Knowles, a former No. 1 in the Pepperstone ATP Doubles Rankings, hosted the fourth staging of the Baha Mar Cup earlier this month in his home nation of the Bahamas. The 2023 edition of the event raised $120,000 for the Mark Knowles Children’s Tennis Initiative and the Baha Mar Resort Foundation.

Joining Knowles at the event were current ATP Tour players Austin Krajicek and Milos Raonic, former World No. 4 James Blake, and WTA stars Victoria Azarenka, Jessica Pegula, and Taylor Townsend. Other distinguished guests included world-renowned chef Marcus Samuelsson.

“I continue to be so grateful to my former colleagues for taking time out of their busy schedules to come to the Bahamas and support my charity event, the Baha Mar Cup!” said Knowles, who is a Player Representative on the ATP Board of Directors.

“It allows us to continue to provide to those that are less fortunate with a specific focus on growing the sport of tennis in the Bahamas. Over the years, we have been able to support many young Bahamians through their junior years leading to many opportunities to study and compete at prestigious universities. Some of those same kids have gone on to play professionally and represent the Bahamas in many international competitions. I am fortunate and determined to use my platform to bring hope for future generations.”

Knowles won 55 tour-level doubles titles in his playing career, including three men's doubles Grand Slam crowns with long-time partner Daniel Nestor. Knowles also won the 2007 Nitto ATP Finals title with the Canadian Nestor.