KISH ISLAND, Hormozgan Province The first tennis Open of Iran started on Kish Island on Saturday.

A number of 16 top-seeded tennis players of Iran including some national members will compete in the Open.

On the first day of competitions, Saeid Ahmadvand beat Amir Mohazabnia 6-0, 6-1 in two consecutive sets and Farshad Talavar also defeated his rival, Farhad Tale', 6-1, 6-0.

The participating players have been selected according to the rankings of Iran's Tennis Federation (ITF).

The contests coincide with the fourth Summer Festival underway in Kish, IRNA reported.

After the preliminary contests, eight players will storm to the next round.

The final is to be held on Thursday and the first three winners will be awarded.