As oneofthe top-tierAsian events, the China Open will host numerous top-ranked players includingRafael Nadal, Andy Roddick, Maria SharapovaandSerena Williams.
The expansion will mean the demolition of about 216 homes, the loss of businesses, including some in Drummond Street which is renowned for its South Asian cuisine, and the relocation of Maria Fidelis secondary school.
Later Tuesday, China's Zheng Jie -- the first female tennis play from the Asian giant to make it into the quarterfinals -- will face unseeded Maria Kirilenko, who put out former champion Maria Sharapova in the first round.