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Rafael Westrupp

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Rafael Westrupp (born May 12, 1980) is a sports executive and administrator that was the president of the Brazilian Tennis Confederation (CBT) from 2017 to 2025, having been re-elected in 2021. He is also the current president of the South American Tennis Confederation (COSAT) and vice president of the International Tennis Federation (ITF).[1]

Rafael Westrupp
Westrupp in 2023
BornMay 12, 1980 (1980-05-12) (age 45)
Florianópolis, Santa Catarina, Brazil
Occupation(s)Administrator, Sports executive
OfficePresident of the Brazilian Tennis Confederation (CBT) (2017-2025);President of the South American Tennis Confederation (COSAT);Vice-President of the International Tennis Federation (ITF)
PredecessorJorge Lacerda (CBT);Camilo Pérez López Moreira (COSAT)
SuccessorAlexandre Farias (CBT)

Professional life

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2014: Expansion of the "Jogue Tênis nas Escolas" program

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In 2014, Westrupp took part in expanding the "Jogue Tênis nas Escolas" program to the interior of Santa Catarina. This initiative, created by the Confederação Brasileira de Tênis (CBT), aimed to promote tennis in public and private schools while training teachers to include the sport in school curricula.[2]

2015: Director of the WTA Florianópolis

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In 2015, Westrupp became the tournament director for the Brasil Tennis Cup, a WTA tournament in Florianópolis, an event that brought top female tennis players to Brazil. Under his management, the tournament remained on the calendar until 2016, and he worked to attract more international stars, strengthening the event’s relevance in the Brazilian tennis scene.[3]

2016: Replacing Jorge Lacerda at CBT

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In July 2016, it was announced that Westrupp would replace Jorge Lacerda as president of the Confederação Brasileira de Tênis (CBT). His appointment marked a new phase for the organization, focused on modernizing management and expanding opportunities for tennis development in Brazil.[4]

2017: Elected President of CBT

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In 2017, Westrupp was elected president of the Confederação Brasileira de Tênis (CBT). His tenure focused on modernizing the organization and improving conditions for the sport’s development in Brazil. One of his major challenges was managing the Olympic Tennis Center, which he deemed unfeasible due to high maintenance costs.[5]

2019: Election to COB and CBT Re-election

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Westrupp in Wimbledon, 2019

In 2019, Westrupp was elected to the Brazilian Olympic Committee (COB) Board of Directors, strengthening his influence in the national sports scene.[6]

2020: COB Presidential candidacy

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In October 2020, Westrupp, alongside former volleyball player Emanuel Rego, launched a bid for the presidency and vice-presidency of the Brazilian Olympic Committee (COB), advocating for greater transparency and governance reform.[7]

2022: President of COSAT

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In 2022, Westrupp was elected president of the South American Tennis Confederation (COSAT), further establishing his presence in the Latin American tennis community.[8]

2023: ITF Vice President

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Westrupp in Brasilia at a press conference about the Billie Jean King Cup in 2023

In November 2023, he was elected vice president of the International Tennis Federation (ITF), recognizing his contributions to the sport in South America.[9]

2024: Participation in International Events

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During the 2024 Paris Olympics, Westrupp attended the men’s tennis medal ceremony and shared words of encouragement with Novak Djokovic.[10]

 
Spanish Carlos Alcaraz receiving his silver medal from Westrupp's hands, following the men's singles final at the 2024 Summer Olympics

Honors

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Westrupp has also participated in tributes to Brazilian tennis figures, such as the ceremony honoring Dadá Vieira during the Florianópolis Challenger.[11]

References

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  1. ^ "Tênis Integrado". cbt-tenis.com.br. Retrieved 2025-02-04.
  2. ^ Redação. "Revista TÊNIS Programa "Jogue Tênis nas Escolas" chega ao interior de Santa Catarina". Revista TÊNIS. Retrieved 2025-02-04.
  3. ^ Redação. "Revista TÊNIS WTA de Floripa é mantido em julho no biênio 2015-16 e diretor prevê maior chance de estrelas no torneio". Revista TÊNIS. Retrieved 2025-02-04.
  4. ^ "Rafael Westrupp substituirá Jorge Lacerda na Confederação Brasileira de Tênis". GZH (in Portuguese). 2016-07-27. Retrieved 2025-02-04.
  5. ^ "Presidente da CBT afirma não ter como gerir Centro Olímpico de Tênis: "Inviável"". ge (in Brazilian Portuguese). 2017-10-14. Retrieved 2025-02-04.
  6. ^ Redação. "Revista TÊNIS Rafael Westrupp é eleito para Conselho de Administração do COB". Revista TÊNIS. Retrieved 2025-02-04.
  7. ^ Istoé[dead link]
  8. ^ "Rafael Westrupp é eleito presidente da COSAT". www.lance.com.br (in Brazilian Portuguese). Retrieved 2025-02-04.
  9. ^ "Presidente da CBT, Rafael Westrupp é eleito vice-presidente da Federação Internacional de Tênis". ge (in Brazilian Portuguese). 2023-11-24. Retrieved 2025-02-04.
  10. ^ "Entrevista: Presidente da CBT revela o que falou a Djokovic na entrega da medalha em Paris". ndmais.com.br (in Brazilian Portuguese). 2024-08-13. Retrieved 2025-02-04.
  11. ^ "CBT homenageia Dadá Vieira durante Challenger de Florianópolis". Tenis News (in Brazilian Portuguese). Retrieved 2025-02-04.
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