Rising international stars and top British players gather for the W100 ITF World Tennis Tour tournament in Wales.
The United Kingdom's largest indoor tennis event has officially returned to North Wales, bringing a host of rising global stars and elite British competitors to the Wrexham Tennis and Padel Centre for a week of high-stakes competition, according to information published by BBC.
Running from October 18 to October 25, the prestigious W100 ITF World Tennis Tour event stands as the biggest women's tennis tournament held outside of the traditional grass-court season in the country this year, drawing intense interest from fans and sports analysts alike.
Spectators and tennis enthusiasts can catch all the action live, as the tournament is broadcast across digital platforms, providing comprehensive coverage of the matches unfolding on the indoor courts in Wrexham.
Armenian Star Headlines Wrexham Open Draw
Among the standout competitors headlining the tournament is Armenia's Alina Charaeva, who recently captured global attention by defeating world number one Elena Rybakina at the China Open earlier this month. The 24-year-old athlete also secured a notable victory against the 2024 Wrexham Open champion Sonay Kartal during the same tournament in China.
The international field features several other prominent names, including Greet Minnen, alongside former top 50 players Lucia Bronzetti, Linda Fruhvirtova, Rebecca Sramkova, and Clara Burel, elevating the competitive standard of the prestigious Welsh indoor event.
British Hopes and Local Legacy
While local fans fondly remember the dominant 2025 campaign where Wales' Mimi Xu claimed both the singles and doubles titles alongside Ella McDonald, Xu will not defend her crowns this year, choosing instead to compete at the W75 Saguenay tournament in Canada.
Attention now shifts to the new generation of British hopefuls aiming for glory on home soil, with Alicia Dudeney, Hannah Klugman, and Junior Nationals champion Daniella Britton among the domestic talents seeking success in Wrexham.
Wrexham Open Match Schedule
The tournament features a packed schedule running through the week:
- Tuesday, October 20: First round singles and doubles matches.
- Wednesday, October 21: Continuation of first round singles and doubles.
- Thursday, October 22: Second round singles and doubles, alongside the quarter-finals.
- Friday, October 23: Quarter-finals and semi-finals for both categories.
- Saturday, October 24: Semi-finals and the main doubles final.
- Sunday, October 25: The highly anticipated singles final.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the Wrexham Open taking place?
The W100 ITF World Tennis Tour event takes place between October 18 and October 25, marking the UK's largest indoor tennis event of the season.
Where is the Wrexham Open hosted?
The tournament is hosted at the Wrexham Tennis and Padel Centre in Wales, featuring top-tier international and British women tennis players.
Who won the Wrexham Open in previous years?
Past winners include Marketa Vondrousova in 2022, Viktorija Golubic in 2023, Sonay Kartal in 2024, and Mimi Xu in 2025.
How can I watch the Wrexham Open live?
Fans can watch the matches live on BBC iPlayer as well as through the official BBC Sport website and mobile application.
