Jessica Pegula headlines the 2025 Citi DC Open, joined by an elite lineup including Grand Slam champions Venus Williams, Emma Raducanu, Elena Rybakina, and Naomi Osaka. The tournament promises high stakes and top-tier matchups.
The event begins July 21 at the William H.G. FitzGerald Tennis Center in Washington, DC. As the first major tournament after Wimbledon, it kicks off the North American hard-court season with intensity and anticipation.
The 28-player singles draw includes four wildcard entrants and four qualifiers. Pegula, Anisimova, Zheng Qinwen, and Paula Badosa receive first-round byes as the tournament’s top four seeds.
Raducanu, who gained direct entry through her ranking, could face seeded players early. Potential matchups include heavy hitters like Badosa, Rybakina, or returning finalist Amanda Anisimova.
Venus Williams and Osaka return through wildcards, adding star power and intrigue. Badosa aims to defend her 2024 title, while Anisimova eyes redemption after her Wimbledon final loss.
The official draw is set for July 18. With 500 points for the champion and top players in the mix, the Citi DC Open is shaping up as a thrilling summer showdown.
