2026 Philippine Women’s Open
January 26, 2026 – January 31, 2026 PST
The 2026 Philippine Women’s Open marks a historic milestone in Southeast Asian sports as the first-ever WTA-sanctioned tournament to be held in the Philippines. Officially designated as a WTA 125 event, the tournament serves as a crucial bridge between the ITF Circuit and the main WTA Tour, offering vital ranking points and a significant prize purse to rising stars and established professionals.
Organized through a joint effort by the Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) and the Philippine Tennis Association (PHILTA), the event underscores the country’s growing commitment to becoming a destination for world-class tennis.
Tournament Profile & Key Facts
| Feature | Detail |
| Official Name | Philippine Women’s Open |
| Inaugural Year | 2026 |
| Tournament Level | WTA 125 |
| Venue | Rizal Memorial Tennis Center |
| Location | Malate, Manila |
| Surface | Outdoor Hard Court |
| Draw Size | 32 Singles / 16 Doubles |
| Total Financial Commitment | $115,000 (approx. PHP 6.7 Million) |
| Ball Partner | To be confirmed |
History: A Debut Decades in the Making
While the Philippines has long been a staple host for regional multi-sport events like the Southeast Asian Games (SEA Games) and various ITF Men’s and Women’s fixtures, the 2026 Philippine Women’s Open breaks the “glass ceiling” for local tennis.
For years, Filipino tennis fans have had to travel abroad to witness WTA-level competition. The debut of this tournament in January 2026 ends that drought. The acquisition of the sanction comes amidst a tennis renaissance in the country, fueled largely by the global success of Alexandra “Alex” Eala, the first Filipina to win a junior Grand Slam and break into the WTA Top 150.
The event’s slot in the calendar—late January—places it concurrently with the second week of the Australian Open. This strategic positioning creates a unique opportunity: it attracts players who may have exited early from Melbourne or those seeking competitive match play in the Asia-Pacific region without the heavy travel burden of moving to Europe or the Americas immediately.
Venue: The Historic Rizal Memorial
The tournament will be staged at the Rizal Memorial Tennis Center, a facility steeped in history. Located within the Rizal Memorial Sports Complex, the venue has hosted legends of Asian sports since the 1930s.
To comply with the strict standards of the Women’s Tennis Association (WTA), the PSC undertook extensive renovations leading up to the 2026 debut. These upgrades included:
- Court Resurfacing: Installation of international-standard hard courts (Plexipave or DecoTurf equivalent).
- Lighting: Upgraded LED floodlights to facilitate potential evening matches.
- Spectator Facilities: Refurbished grandstands with a seating capacity targeted at over 2,000 fans.
Organizers have noted that while Rizal Memorial is the launchpad, future editions may move to larger, modern facilities such as the proposed Philippine Tennis Center in New Clark City.
Prize Money and Ranking Points Distribution
As a WTA 125 event, the Philippine Women’s Open offers substantial incentives. The total financial commitment is $115,000. Below is the distribution table (to be finalized upon the release of the official Fact Sheet).
Projected Points & Prize Money Breakdown:
| Finish | Singles Points | Singles Prize Money ($) | Doubles Points (Per Team) | Doubles Prize Money ($) |
| Winner | 160 | $15,000 (Est.) | 160 | $6,000 (Est.) |
| Finalist | 95 | $8,000 (Est.) | 95 | $4,300 (Est.) |
| Semifinalist | 57 | $5,300 (Est.) | 57 | $2,600 (Est.) |
| Quarterfinalist | 29 | $3,500 (Est.) | 29 | $2,000 (Est.) |
| Round of 16 | 15 | $2,000 (Est.) | 1 | $1,000 (Est.) |
| Round of 32 | 1 | $1,200 (Est.) | – | – |
(Note: Exact figures are subject to final WTA confirmation for the 2026 season structure.)
2026 Tournament Schedule
- Monday, Jan 26: Main Draw Round of 32
- Tuesday, Jan 27: Main Draw Round of 32 / Round of 16
- Wednesday, Jan 28: Round of 16
- Thursday, Jan 29: Quarterfinals
- Friday, Jan 30: Semifinals (Singles & Doubles)
- Saturday, Jan 31: The Finals
Champions Roll of Honor
As the tournament is in its debut year, this section will be populated following the finals on January 31, 2026.
Singles Champions
| Year | Champion | Runner-Up | Score |
| 2026 | TBD | TBD | TBD |
Doubles Champions
| Year | Champions | Runners-Up | Score |
| 2026 | TBD | TBD | TBD |