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Pegula Returns to Defend Charleston Crown

Reigning champion Jessica Pegula returns to the Credit One Charleston Open to defend her title in 2026, as the tournament now offers $2.5 million in prize money, equaling men's ATP 500 tournaments.

The Credit One Charleston Open, North America's largest women-only tournament, will run from March 30 to April 5, 2026, at Credit One Stadium in Charleston, S.C. Alongside Pegula, top players including Ekaterina Alexandrova, Madison Keys, and Belinda Bencic will compete for the $2.5 million prize purse.

All matches will be broadcast on the Tennis Channel and available for streaming on platforms such as Fubo, DirecTV, and Tennis TV Premium. The tournament schedule features daily coverage from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. ET during early rounds, with quarterfinals, semifinals, and finals taking place on the final days.