Philippine Women's Open

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Philippine Women's Open
Tennisball current event.svg 2026 Philippine Women's Open
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WTA 125K series
Location Rizal Memorial Tennis Center
Manila
Philippines
Category WTA 125 tournaments
Surface Hard
Draw32S / 16D
Prize money US$115,000 (2026)

The Philippine Women's Open is a tennis tournament held in Manila, Philippines since 2026. The event is part of the WTA 125 tournaments and is played on outdoor hardcourts.

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History

The Philippine Tennis Association (PhilTA) and the state-run agency Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) planned on making the organization of a WTA 125 tournament in the Philippines possible. The plan was made known after PSC chairman Patrick Gregorio and Philta secretary general John Rey Tiangco met on September 29, 2025. [1] [2] [3]

The tournament named Philippine Women's Open was confirmed in November 2025. The first edition is set to be held on January 26 to 31, 2026 at the Rizal Memorial Tennis Center in Manila. [4] [5] [6] PHILTA signed a three-year contract with the Women's Tennis Association. [7]

References

  1. ↑ "PH eyes hosting WTA 125 tournament in 2026". GMA News. October 2, 2025. Retrieved November 27, 2025.
  2. ↑ "Alex Eala home swing? Plan afoot to bring WTA 125 tournament to Manila". Sports Interactive Network Philippines. October 1, 2025. Retrieved November 27, 2025.
  3. ↑ Ulanday, John Bryan (October 4, 2025). "Eala, WTA leg on Philippine soil?". The Philippine Star. Retrieved November 27, 2025.
  4. ↑ Demigillo, Kiko (November 26, 2025). "Manila officially joins 2026 WTA calendar with Philippine Women's Open in January". One Sports. Retrieved November 27, 2025.
  5. ↑ Agcaoili, Lance (November 27, 2025). "Philippine Women's Open confirmed for 2026 WTA calendar". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved November 27, 2025.
  6. ↑ "Preparations begin for WTA 125 tennis event in Manila". Sports Interactive Network Philippines. November 27, 2025. Retrieved November 27, 2025.
  7. ↑ "PSC, PHILTA confirm readiness for inaugural Philippine Women's Open". Tiebreaker Times. January 13, 2026. Retrieved January 13, 2026.
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