Credit One Charleston Open 2026: Schedule, Dates, Start Times, How To Watch, Prize Money
The Credit One Charleston Open (WTA 500 event on green clay) is scheduled for March 28 – April 5, 2026, at the Family Circle Tennis Center on Daniel Island in Charleston, South Carolina. Qualifying runs March 28–29, with the main draw starting Monday, March 30.
When is the Credit One Charleston Open 2026?
The Credit One Charleston Open (WTA 500 event on green clay) is scheduled from Saturday, March 28 to Sunday, April 5, 2026. Qualifying rounds take place March 28–29, with the main draw starting Monday, March 30, and finals on April 5.
Where is the Credit One Charleston Open 2026?
The tournament is held at the Family Circle Tennis Center (also known as Credit One Stadium) on Daniel Island in Charleston, South Carolina, USA.
How to watch the Credit One Charleston Open 2026?
TV/Streaming in the US: Every singles match is broadcast exclusively on the Tennis Channel and Tennis Channel App (live from first ball to last, with expert commentary and analysis). Stream via the Tennis Channel app, or check cable/satellite providers.
Other options: Available on platforms like Fubo, Sling TV (with sports packages), or Tennis Channel Plus for cord-cutters.
Additional: Live scores, highlights, and replays on the official Credit One Charleston Open website/app, WTA site, and social media (YouTube, Facebook, etc.).
What is the prize money for the Credit One Charleston Open 2026?
The tournament offers a record total player compensation package of $2.5 million, including $2.3 million in on-site prize money (a historic increase for a WTA 500 event) and $200,000 contributed to WTA player benefit programs (pensions, health insurance, education subsidies, etc.). This marks the first standalone WTA 500 to proactively achieve equal prize money parity with comparable ATP 500 events, exceeding the 2026 WTA minimum requirement of $1,206,446 by over $1 million. (Exact per-player breakdowns, such as winner's share, will be confirmed closer to the event but represent a significant boost from prior years' ~$1 million purses.)
Session 1 — Saturday, March 28 – Day
Gates open: 10:00 am
First match: 11:00 am
Matches: Qualifying
Session 2 — Sunday, March 29 – Day
Gates open: 10:00 am
First match: 11:00 am
Matches: Qualifying
Session 3 — Monday, March 30 – Day
Gates open: 10:00 am
First match: 11:00 am
Matches: 1st Round
Session 4 — Monday, March 30 – Night
Gates open: 5:00 pm
First match: 6:00 pm
Matches: 1st Round
Session 5 — Tuesday, March 31 – Day
Gates open: 10:00 am
First match: 11:00 am
Matches: 1st & 2nd Round
Session 6 — Tuesday, March 31 – Night
Gates open: 5:00 pm
First match: 6:00 pm
Matches: 1st & 2nd Round
Session 7 — Wednesday, April 1 – Day
Gates open: 10:00 am
First match: 11:00 am
Matches: 2nd Round
Session 8 — Wednesday, April 1 – Night
Gates open: 5:00 pm
First match: 6:00 pm
Matches: 2nd Round
Session 9 — Thursday, April 2 – Day
Gates open: 10:00 am
First match: 11:00 am
Matches: 3rd Round
Session 10 — Thursday, April 2 – Night
Gates open: 5:00 pm
First match: 6:00 pm
Matches: 3rd Round
Session 11 — Friday, April 3 – Day
Gates open: 10:00 am
First match: 11:00 am
Matches: Quarterfinals
Session 12 — Friday, April 3 – Night
Gates open: 5:00 pm
First match: 6:00 pm
Matches: Quarterfinals
Session 13 — Saturday, April 4 – Day
Gates open: 10:00 am
First match: 11:00 am
Matches: Semifinals
Session 14 — Sunday, April 5 – Day
Gates open: 10:00 am
First match: 12:30 pm
Matches: Finals**
Note: Doubles Final starts at 12:30 pm, followed by Singles Final at approximately 3:00 pm.
All times are approximate and can shift. Night sessions usually feature top matches on the main stadium court.
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