From February 15 to 22, the International Tennis Federation Junior Tournament “Zenonas Eimutis Sabalis Memorial Cup” will be held at the Šiauliai Tennis Academy.

This ITF “J200” category junior tournament, taking place at the Šiauliai Tennis Academy, is the only event of this high level for under-18 players in the Baltic States.

Held annually for the past 16 years, the tournament attracts the strongest junior tennis players from around the world. High-category junior tournaments serve as a final stepping stone for young players before beginning their professional tennis careers. Many participants of this tournament have gone on to compete among the world’s elite adult tennis players.

In 2026, the tournament is being named and organized in memory of the late Zenonas Eimutis Sabalis. Z. E. Sabalis — an honorary citizen of Šiauliai, a distinguished Lithuanian engineer and public figure, and the founder of Šiaulių Bank — was instrumental in building the indoor tennis courts in Šiauliai, which continue to host the Šiauliai Tennis Academy today.

Organizers: Lithuanian Tennis Union, Šiauliai Tennis Academy
Sponsor: Šiauliai City Municipality