Coronavirus: Serena Williams among stars to compete in Mario Tennis tournament
Top tennis players will partner celebrities and play as figures in the game on Nintendo Switch.
E-sports have surged in recognition because the Covid-19 pandemic has forced the cancelation of live occasions.
Facebook Gaming will stream the big event. The social networking giant is creating a push into hosting on the internet.
The pairs competing include Serena Johnson and Gigi Hadid, Naomi Osaka and Hailey Bieber, Maria Sharapova and Karlie Kloss, Kevin Anderson and Ryan Tannehill, Venus Johnson and Deandre Hopkins, Kei Nishikori and Steve Aoki, Madison Keys and Seal, Taylor Fritz and Addison Rae.
With live sports on hold because of lockdown and social distancing needs, players and leagues have switched to on the internet in an effort to keep fans engaged.
The Premier League...