Continuing a legacy on Daniel Island, the Charleston Open returns for its 26th consecutive year this week in South Carolina.
The Charleston Open began in 1973 on Hilton Head Island, and now serves as the largest women’s-only professional tennis tournament in North America. Charleston is recognized as a WTA 500 event and, beginning this year, will award equal prize money to comparable ATP 500 events.
This tournament has featured some of the biggest names in women’s tennis, from Venus and Serena Williams to Steffi Graf and beyond. In 2025, Jessica Pegula won it all, and she has received the top seed in the draw this year. Ekaterina Alexandrova, Belinda Bencic and Iva Jovic follow her up.
Who will excel in South Carolina?
Here’s everything you need to know about the 2026 Charleston Open, including TV channel and streaming options for the WTA 500 event.
Where to watch Charleston Open 2026: TV channel, live stream
- TV channel: Tennis Channel
- Live stream: Fubo
The 2026 Charleston Open will be broadcast live on the Tennis Channel in the United States. Fans can also stream the action live on Fubo, which offers a free trial.
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When is Charleston Open 2026?
The 2026 Charleston Open first round will begin on Monday, March 30, and play runs through Sunday, April 5 – culminating with the singles finals.
Charleston Open 2026 tennis schedule
Here’s a look at the round-by-round schedule for each tournament. The Tennis Channel will have coverage beginning at 11 a.m. ET every day.
| Date | Event | Watch |
| March 28-29 | Qualifying Rounds | — |
| March 30-April 2 | Main Draw | Tennis Channel, Fubo |
| April 3 | Quarterfinals | Tennis Channel, Fubo |
| April 4 | Semifinals | Tennis Channel, Fubo |
| April 5 | Finals | Tennis Channel, Fubo |
Charleston Open tennis prize money 2026
Singles:
Champion: $354,345
Finalist: $218,225
Semifinals: $110,370
Quarterfinals: $55,200
Second round: $17,230
First round: $13,380
Doubles:
Champion: $117,320
Finalist: $71,300
Semifinals: $41,400
Quarterfinals: $21,260
First round: $12,970
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