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Bengaluru gears up for a blockbuster tennis season
~ Bengaluru to host the Billie Jean King Cup Play-Offs (Nov 14–16), landmark 10th edition of the Bengaluru Open to unfold between 5-11 January 2026, followed by KPB Trust Women’s Open ITF W100 later in the year ~
~ Minister Priyank Kharge urges fans to come out in support as Bengaluru welcomes world-class tennis to its doorstep ~
Bengaluru, October 29, 2025: Tennis lovers across the city are in for a treat as Bengaluru gears up for a spectacular season of world-class tennis. The SM Krishna Tennis Stadium will see a trio of marquee events beginning with the Billie Jean King Cup Play-Offs, scheduled between November 14 and 16, 2025, followed by the Bengaluru Open in January, and the ITF W100 event to take place later in 2026.
Addressing a media gathering on Wednesday, Maheshwar Rao IAS, Commissioner, Greater Bengaluru Authority, Hon. Secretary, KSLTA said, “Bengaluru has earned its place on the global tennis map, and this upcoming season is another milestone in that journey. Hosting the Billie Jean King Cup, the Bengaluru Open, and the ITF W100 showcases our city’s ability to bring together world-class talent and passionate fans. We look forward to seeing Bengaluru turn out in full strength to support Team India and celebrate this festival of tennis.”
Chethan R IPS, Commissioner, Department of Youth Empowerment and Sports, Karnataka, further added, “This is the first time we are hosting this event, and I am sure it will be a huge motivator not only for our professional tennis players but aspiring athletes as well. This is a great development for women’s tennis in the region and for tennis lovers this is a great chance to watch world-class tennis right here in Bengaluru.”
Anticipation is building rapidly as the teams prepare to touch down in Bengaluru, with Slovenia arriving on the 7th and the Netherlands on the 9th of November as they vie for a coveted spot in the 2026 Billie Jean King Cup Qualifiers.
Team India comprises Ankita Raina, Shrivalli Bhamidipaty, Sahaja Yamalapalli, Prarthana Thombare and Riya Bhatia while Slovenia’s team includes Tamara Zidanšek, Kaja Juvan, Dalila Jakupović, and Nika Radišić. Meanwhile, the Netherlands will feature Suzan Lamens, Arantxa Rus, Anouk Koevermans, and Demi Schuurs.
