COCO 2024 champion Collins to return to defend title
To follow up her 2024 Credit One Charleston Open championship, World No. 12 Danielle Collins announced her plans to defend the tennis title at the 2025 event.
"After a 2024 season that I'm very proud of, I have decided to return to defend my title at the Credit One Charleston Open,” said Collins in the announcement. “Winning this event last year was an unforgettable moment, and the energy and love from the fans in Charleston made it even more special. I can’t wait to come back, play in front of that amazing crowd once more, and give it my all!"
Also returning is the 2024 finalist and 2017 champ, World No. 11 Daria Kasatkina.
The COCO, North America's premier women’s-only tennis event, is set for March 29 - April 6 on Daniel Island.
The two join a star-studded field that now features six top-12 players and four former Charleston champions.
Collins and Kasatkina will compete alongside World No. 5 and 2024 US Open finalist Jessica Pegula, World No. 6 and 2025 Australian Open champion Madison Keys, World No. 9 and U.S. Open semifinalist Emma Navarro, World No. 10 and D.C. Open champion Paula Badosa, and Olympic Gold Medalist and 2022 Charleston champion Belinda Bencic.
As the kickoff event of the WTA Hologic Tour’s clay season, the Credit One Charleston Open is held annually at Credit One Stadium and was recently named the WTA 500 Tournament of the Year for the third consecutive year. The 2025 tournament will celebrate its 25th year in Charleston in 2025. All 100-level seats and ticket packages have already sold out for the 2025 tournament.
“We’re excited to welcome back our 2024 champion and finalist for this year’s tournament,” said Bob Moran, president of Beemok Sports & Entertainment, in a statement. “Danielle and Daria put on a fantastic final last year, and it’s great to have both back in Charleston. Danielle, our 2024 champion, and Daria, our 2017 champion, have each made a big impact on our event and have amassed a huge fanbase in the Lowcountry. We’re looking forward to another outstanding tournament, and we can’t wait to host our incredible players and attendees again in Charleston soon.”
Collins has won four WTA career titles and is an Australian Open finalist. She captured back-to-back titles in 2024, winning both tournaments in Miami and Charleston. Her 2024 season also included quarterfinal appearances in Doha and Austin, a semifinal finish in Rome, and a run to the finals in Strasbourg. She also qualified for the Paris Olympics, where she reached the quarterfinals. The American will return to Charleston for the fourth time in 2025, holding a 9-2 win-loss record. Along with her 2024 singles title, Collins is also a 2023 Charleston doubles champion.
World No. 11 Kasatkina has won eight career titles and is a Roland Garros semifinalist. The 27-year-old had a strong 2024 season, which included capturing titles in Eastbourne and Ningbo, reaching finals in Adelaide, Abu Dhabi, Charleston, and Seoul, and competing in the quarterfinals in Brisbane and Tokyo.
Kasatkina has reached the quarterfinals or better in all five of her Charleston Open appearances, holding an impressive 18-4 win/loss record at the tournament.
"Charleston has always been a special place for me. After winning in 2017 and reaching the final in 2024, I'm looking forward to returning this year,” said Kasatkina in the announcement. “I really love playing in front of the amazing fans there – their support means a lot to me. I’m excited to be back to compete on the green clay, a surface that I feel really comfortable on."
Momentum for the 2025 Credit One Charleston Open is building, with its ticket renewal and presale program experiencing unprecedented success, nearly doubling presale interest compared to last year. All 100-level seats for next year’s tournament have been renewed and packages are sold out. Given the popularity of the event, the tournament has released new inventory in its 300-level with reserved mesh chair-back seating and created the Coastline Lounge, a new hospitality venue, where guests can enjoy premium baseline views and exclusive catering.
The excitement at the 2025 Credit One Charleston Open will also extend far beyond the tennis courts, as the tournament introduces a range of experiences for fans. Attendees can enjoy expanded onsite entertainment, interactive activations, and upgraded dining and beverage options.
The event will offer pickleball and padel experiences, allowing fans to try these fast-growing sports in a fun, social environment. The tennis-focused Fan Zone will return, presented in partnership with USTA South Carolina, where fans can participate in hands-on tennis activities and games designed to test their skills and inspire the next generation of players.
At “COCO Row,” fans can explore a curated selection of Lowcountry restaurants and beverages, providing a taste of the city’s renowned culinary scene.
The popular Family Weekend will return during opening weekend, March 29-30, with two full days of family-friendly activities, including face painting, live music, and more. Family Weekend tickets start at $10 for adults, and children 16 and under are free.
For the first time in tournament history, qualifying matches will be held on Stadium Court inside Credit One Stadium during Family Weekend, giving fans a unique opportunity to watch rising stars compete in the tournament's main stadium. (Editor’s note: Daniel Island residents can claim free tickets for the family weekend. Read the story here.)
For additional ticket information, visit creditonecharlestonopen.com, call 843-856-7900, or email tickets@charlestontennisllc.com.