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Chennai Open Returns as WTA 250 Tournament in October 2025

The tournament will bring top-ranked players to Chennai under a government-supported initiative to boost women’s tennis in India.

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Overview

  • The event is set to start on October 27, 2025, at the SDAT Tennis Stadium in Nungambakkam.
  • The Tamil Nadu Tennis Association secured backing from the state government and the Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu to revive the competition.
  • The inaugural 2022 edition filled a slot left by China cancellations and saw Czech teenager Linda Fruhvirtova claim the title.
  • Players will compete in a 32-player singles draw and a 16-team doubles draw, contesting a prize pool of about US$250,000.
  • Organizers have arranged live coverage on a major sports channel and aim to spur grassroots growth and public engagement in women’s tennis.