2026 San Diego Open women’s bracket: confirmed players and tournament format

A key stop on the ITF circuit

The 2026 San Diego Open will feature a high-quality women’s bracket as part of the ITF Women’s World Tennis Tour W100, scheduled for January 26 through February 1 at the Barnes Tennis Center.

With $100,000 in prize money and 100 WTA ranking points at stake, the tournament serves as an important opportunity for both emerging players and seasoned professionals.

Marina Stakusic headlines the field

Canadian Marina Stakusic leads the women’s draw. At 21 years old, she enters the tournament ranked inside the WTA Top 130, continuing her rise after reaching a career-high ranking in 2025.

Stakusic also brings an international pedigree after helping Canada win the 2023 Billie Jean King Cup, adding valuable experience to the field.

European depth and Latin American presence

Players such as Dominika Salkova, Darja Vidmanova, and American veteran Varvara Lepchenko strengthen the European presence, while Julia Riera (Argentina), Ana Sofía Sánchez (Mexico), and Laura Pigossi (Brazil) highlight the tournament’s Latin American representation.

Strong American contenders

Local interest will be high with Kayla Day and Louisa Chirico, both former junior national champions with extensive professional experience and past success at Barnes Tennis Center.

Tournament format

The women’s ITF W100 event will feature:

• A 32-player singles main draw

• A 16-team doubles draw

• A 24-player singles qualifying draw
  

A week to remember in San Diego

With a balanced mix of youth, experience, and international talent, the 2026 San Diego Open women’s bracket is set to deliver exciting tennis and showcase the next generation of stars.