The NEC Wheelchair Tennis Tour originated in 1993 with 11 international tournaments. By 2000, the number of tournaments had reached a peak of 130 events in 37 countries and the 2004 NEC Wheelchair Tennis Tour consists of 112 tournaments in 29 countries, with the continued emphasis on quality as opposed to quantity. With international rankings and prize money, the sport has clearly elevated itself to another level. Tournaments offer various divisions allowing all players a chance to compete at an appropriate standard of play. The No.1 ranked male and female players at the end of the year are honored as the Wheelchair Tennis World Champions during the ITF World Champions Dinner held at Roland Garros.

The primary goals of the NEC Wheelchair Tennis Tour are to:

• Provide opportunities for thousands of people with physical disabilities to compete in events organized at the highest level of organization and professionalism
• Offer high intensity competition and excitement for men, women, junior and quad players from the recreational to professional level
• Increase awareness for persons with disabilities throughout the world
• Give wheelchair athletes rightful recognition as top sport athletes
• Create opportunities for athletes to enjoy and compete in a sport for a lifetime with able-bodied and disabled people