Credit One Charleston Open announces two former champions to play 2025 tennis tournament
December 10, 2024
2019 Charleston champion Madison Keys and 2022 Charleston champion Belinda Bencic have joined next year’s player field
The Credit One Charleston Open, North America’s premier women’s-only tennis event, has announced two of its former champions will return to play the 2025 tournament, March 29 – April 6 on Daniel Island in Charleston, SC. 2019 Charleston champion Madison Keys and 2022 Charleston champion Belinda Bencic join a player field that includes World No. 7 and US Open finalist Jessica Pegula, World No. 8 and US Open semifinalist Emma Navarro and World No. 12 and DC Open champion Paula Badosa. As the kickoff event of the WTA Hologic Tour’s clay season, the tournament is held annually at Credit One Stadium and was named WTA 500 Tournament of the Year in 2022 and 2023.
The 2025 tournament will celebrate the 25th year of the event in Charleston, which started on Hilton Head Island in 1973 before moving to Charleston in 2001. Tickets, packages and hospitality options for the spring tournament are on sale today, giving tennis fans the chance to secure their seats for an event that will feature more than 100 top tennis professionals and introduce a new lineup of fan experiences and food and beverage offerings.
“We’re always excited when past champions return to our tournament, and 2025 is no exception,” said Bob Moran, President of Beemok Sports & Entertainment. “Madi hasn’t missed a Charleston tournament since 2013, and Belinda has chosen Charleston as one of her first tournaments back on tour after welcoming her daughter this year. Both of them have been to the finals twice and each won our event, so it’s great to have them back to compete in front of our fans. We’re already planning another exceptional tournament and can’t wait to host tennis once again in Charleston.”
Keys has won eight WTA career titles and is a US Open finalist, a two-time Australian Open semifinalist, a Roland Garros semifinalist, and a two-time Wimbledon quarterfinalist. In total, her results include 10 Grand Slam quarterfinal or better appearances. This season, the American reached the finals in Strasbourg, the semifinals in Madrid and Eastbourne, and the quarterfinals in Rome, ending the year ranked World No. 21. Keys will compete in Charleston in 2025 for her 12th consecutive year. Adding to her 2019 victory, her tournament results also include reaching the finals in 2015, quarterfinals in 2013 and 2023 and semifinals in 2018. She boasts a 20-10 win/loss record on the green clay.
“Charleston has always felt like home to me, and I can’t wait to be back at the Credit One Charleston Open next year. It’s a tournament I hold close to my heart… not just because of the results I’ve had there, but because of the amazing atmosphere,” said Keys. “The fans, the city, the entire tournament feel like family. I’m excited to return and hopefully add to the special memories I’ve made there.”
Bencic holds eight career titles, including an Olympic gold medal for Switzerland at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. She has been ranked as high as World No. 4 in the PIF WTA rankings and is a US Open semifinalist. In November 2023, Bencic announced her pregnancy and welcomed a daughter in March 2024. The Charleston tournament will mark one of her first WTA events back on the tour. Bencic’s Charleston results include back-to-back finals in 2022 and 2023, where she claimed the title in 2022. She also reached the semifinals in her tournament debut in 2014 and the quarterfinals in 2019. She holds an 18-6 win/loss record in seven appearances.
“I’m excited to return to the Credit One Charleston Open next year. It’s a special place for me – winning the title in 2022 and reaching the finals in back-to-back years was an unforgettable experience. After taking time off to welcome my daughter into the world, I feel more motivated than ever to step back onto the court and compete. Charleston is a wonderful city, and the fans there have always been incredible. I can’t wait to share this next chapter with them.”
Momentum for the 2025 Credit One Charleston Open is already building, with its ticket renewal and pre-sale program experiencing unprecedented success, nearly doubling pre-sale interest compared to last year. All 100-level seats for next year’s tournament have been renewed and Tournament Long, Finale and Champions packages are sold out. Given the popularity of the event, the tournament has released new inventory in its 300-level with reserved mesh chairback seating. Additionally, the Coastline Lounge was added to the stadium, as a new hospitality ticket, where guests can enjoy premium baseline views and exclusive catering.
The excitement at the 2025 Credit One Charleston Open will extend far beyond the tennis courts, as the tournament introduces a range of new experiences for fans. Attendees can enjoy expanded on-site entertainment, interactive activations and upgraded dining and beverage options. The event will offer pickleball and padel experiences, allowing fans to try these fast-growing sports in a fun, social environment. The tennis-focused Fan Zone will return, presented in partnership with USTA South Carolina, where fans can participate in hands-on tennis activities and games designed to test their skills and inspire the next generation of players. At “COCO Row” fans can explore a curated selection of Lowcountry restaurants, providing a taste of the city’s renowned culinary scene.
The popular Family Weekend will return during opening weekend, March 29 and 30, with two full days of family-friendly activities, including jump castles, face painting, live music and more. Family Weekend tickets start at $10 for adults, and children 16 and under are free. For the first time in tournament history, qualifying matches will be held on Stadium Court inside Credit One Stadium during Family Weekend, giving fans a unique opportunity to watch rising stars compete in the tournament’s main stadium.
When purchasing tickets for the 2024 Credit One Charleston Open, patrons have the option to choose from single session tickets ($10+) and a range of upgraded ticket packages and seat offerings, including the Intro Package ($375+) and Tournament Long Package ($715+). Packages provide exclusive and premier views of the court, as well as the best value on tickets.
Special discounts are available for juniors, seniors, USTA members and military members. Juniors, 16 and under, enjoy complimentary general admission seating, courtesy of Credit One Bank, with the purchase of an adult ticket.
The nine-day Credit One Charleston Open showcases a singles draw of 48 players, a qualifying draw of 24 players, and a doubles draw of 16 players. The event traditionally hosts more than 90,000 attendees on Daniel Island.
Charleston Tennis, LLC, which manages Credit One Stadium under a lease from the City of Charleston, renovated and modernized the 20-year-old facility in 2022. The city-owned venue underwent upgrades to enhance the stadium experience for patrons, performers, tennis players and event management, allowing the venue to attract world-class athletes and talent to Daniel Island.
The Credit One Charleston Open has been a pioneer in women’s professional sports since 1973, paving the way for female tennis players to receive equal recognition, respect, and compensation in the sport. Originally held on Hilton Head Island, the event relocated to Charleston in 2001 and is now played at the LTP Daniel Island tennis center, home to Credit One Stadium.
Tickets are currently on sale at creditonecharlestonopen.com or by calling (843) 856-7900. For additional information, please email tickets@charlestontennisllc.
About the Credit One Charleston Open
The Credit One Charleston Open is North America’s largest women-only tennis tournament. Formerly known as the Family Circle Cup and Volvo Car Open, the event relocated to Charleston, S.C., in 2001 from Hilton Head Island, S.C., and celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2022. Recognized as the WTA 500 Event of the Year in both 2022 and 2023, the tournament traditionally attracts more than 90,000 spectators each year. It features a singles draw of 48 players, a qualifying draw of 24 players, and a doubles draw of 16 players. In partnership with Tennis Channel and WTA Media, the Credit One Charleston Open is broadcast from the first ball struck in main draw competition to the last ball played in the finals, reaching audiences across the U.S. and through 174 international partners. The tournament receives more than 100 hours of live tennis coverage, engaging millions of fans worldwide. The Credit One Charleston Open is owned and operated by Charleston Tennis, LLC. For more information on the Credit One Charleston Open, visit creditonecharlestonopen.com, call (843) 856-7900, email [email protected], Facebook (Credit One Charleston Open), Twitter (@CharlestonOpen) or Instagram (@CreditOneCharlestonOpen).
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