MAIDEN EDITION · 2026

The Perfect Friendly Slam

A friendly but competitive tennis tournament for friends and friends-of-friends. Bring your A-game, your sense of humour, and (hopefully) a decent serve. Real matches, real stakes, zero ego required.

ABOUT TPFSLAM

Friendly. Competitive. Zero ego required.

The Perfect Friendly Slam (TPFSlam) is a small, friendly tournament put together for friends and friends of friends, for anyone keen for a few real matches without the ego.

Whether you’re a weekend hitter or someone who takes their forehand a little too seriously, you’re welcome here. The early rounds are matched up so the games stay fair and fun.

This is the maiden edition. Expect proper matches, gentle heckling, and a good day out.

Player on a tennis court mid-rally, racket drawn back for a forehand.

HOW IT WORKS

Four things to know.

Format — singles or doubles

We'll decide once registrations are in, based on what people sign up for and prefer. Tell us your preference on the form.

Prelims — May to June

Matches are scheduled across these two months. You and your opponent(s) coordinate when and where to play within the given window. A referee will be there.

Finals — two finale days

Doubles finale on 13 June, singles finale on 27 June. Friends invited to come watch, cheer, and (gently) heckle.

Refreshments & prize

Light snacks and drinks on the finale days. Eternal bragging rights for the champions — plus a small gift.

THE SEASON

May → June → The Finals.

1

MAY

Prelims begin. First-round matches scheduled across the month.

2

JUNE

Eliminations roll on. Bracket narrows down to the top players.

3

THE FINALS

Doubles finale 13 June, singles finale 27 June. Spectators welcome.

WHO IT'S FOR

Anyone keen for a few friendly matches.

Weekend hitters

If you've picked up a racket a handful of times this year and want a fun excuse to play more — you're in.

Serious about that forehand

If you take your tennis a little too seriously — also in. The early rounds match people up fairly so the games stay competitive.

If in doubt, sign up. We'll figure out a good match for you.

Perfect Makanju

YOUR HOST

Hi, I’m Perfect.

I’m someone who likes playing tennis and encourages everyone to enjoy it — especially in this season’s good weather. The Perfect Friendly Slam is a small thing I’m putting together for friends. I hope you’ll come play, or come watch.

Join the Waitlist

Spots are full. Waitlist is open.

Add your name. We’ll reach out as people drop or as we expand the bracket.

Join the Waitlist

Or peek at the 2026 lineup