The Necker Cup
Necker Island · British Virgin Islands
29 November – 4 December 2026
Five nights and six days on the world’s most coveted private island — world-class pro-am tennis, a charity dinner, and the End of the World party.
ATP and WTA tour players and legends are paired with amateur teams of every level. A handicapped scoring format keeps it competitive — and a great deal of fun — for everyone, with teams of up to two amateurs partnering with the pros for a chance to lift the Necker Cup trophy.
What the week holds.
The tennis
Legends and current stars, across five days of matches.
The island
Sailing, kiteboarding, snorkeling and beach tennis between matches.
The nights
Intimate performances and parties under the Caribbean stars.
The purpose
A charity dinner and auction that turns the week into lasting good.
Past pros, legends & guests.
Guests vary from year to year — a sense of who has joined past editions.
On the island.
Necker Island
All tennis, meals, dinners and parties take place on Necker — Sir Richard Branson’s legendary private island, and home for the week.
The Branson Beach Estate
Magnificent rooms on neighbouring Moskito Island — a five to seven minute boat ride from all the action on Necker.
A week, composed.
When we say “at leisure,” the choice is yours — kitesurfing, the tortoises, every pool and hot tub on the island. With the exception of the spa, all is included.
Player or spectator.
Player
Five nights on Necker Island or the Branson Estate, all meals, events and parties — including the End of the World party — plus one two-person team spot to play in the Necker Cup.
Spectator
Five nights and the full social programme — all the fun of the Necker Cup while mixing and mingling with pros, legends and celebrities.
“It really is tennis paradise.”
Sir Richard Branson
There’s more to explore.
Private islands and yacht charters. Grand Slam and front-row access. Bespoke events, and introductions to the people who make them unforgettable.
Will you join us on Necker?
Tell us a little about your party and we’ll arrange a quiet conversation about the 2026 Necker Cup.