Fritz, De Minaur Learn Chinese Calligraphy In Shanghai Tour

Taylor Fritz and Alex de Minaur were invited to experience the charm of Shanghai on Tuesday ahead of the Rolex Shanghai Masters.

Fritz and De Minaur enjoyed a tour of The Bund on the ‘City News Service’ themed sightseeing bus, learned about traditional Chinese calligraphy and taught tennis skills to two Chinese youngsters on the banks of the Huangpu River on the North Bund.

"Today's experience was an unforgettable memory," said Fritz and De Minaur. "It is a very good cultural experience to understand and appreciate the charm of the city of Shanghai."

On the banks by the Bund ??@Taylor_Fritz97 and @alexdeminaur try their hand at Chinese calligraphy #RolexShanghaiMasters | @SH_RolexMasters pic.twitter.com/3ZaATuvHJz

The American and Australian relished the chance to play tennis on the banks of the Huangpu River and enjoy the breathtaking scenery on both sides of the river. With the help of the two young players, Fritz and De Minaur then completed their calligraphic works of ‘Shanghai’ and ‘Dashi’, which in Chinese means ‘master’.

Inviting top tennis players to explore Shanghai culture has long been a tradition of the tournament, so the stars of the ATP Tour can view the Chinese city in a different perspective.

Credit: Rolex Shanghai Masters.