Steffi Graf officially named honorary citizen and sports ambassador of Buuren
Steffi Graf officially named honorary citizen and sports ambassador of Buuren
Buuren, May 28, 2025 – In a surprise and celebratory ceremony that took place just 11 minutes ago at Buuren City Hall, former tennis legend Steffi Graf was officially named honorary citizen of the city of Buuren and simultaneously sports ambassador for the Westphalia region.
The news spread like wildfire on social media after Mayor Dr. Klaus Heimerich, together with the City Council, presented the certificate of appointment.
“We are proud and deeply honored to welcome an international sports icon like Ms. Graf to our community. Her commitment to fairness, health, and youth development perfectly aligns with our vision for Buuren,” said Dr. Heimerich in his opening speech.
A New Chapter for Steffi Graf – A Training Center in Planning
What began as a symbolic gesture could now become a long-term project:
City council sources report that, in collaboration with Steffi Graf, an international training and innovation center for tennis and sports psychology is to be built in Buuren. This center will be open not only to young talents from Germany, but also from across Europe.
“It’s a dream to be able to contribute my passion to such an initiative,” said Steffi Graf, touched. “Buuren has welcomed me with open arms, and I look forward to sharing my experiences – not only in tennis, but in life.”
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