Tokyo 2024: Toray Pan Pacific Open Tennis Overview
Singles: Veronika Kudermetova claimed the title last year, defeating No. 2 seed Jessica Pegula in the final after notable victories over top seed Iga Swiatek in the quarterfinals and Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova in the semifinals. Doubles: The team of Ulrikke Eikeri and Ingrid Neel won the doubles title in 2023, besting Japanese duo Eri Hozumi and Makoto Ninomiya.
The Toray Pan Pacific Open Tennis, the season's final WTA 500 event, is set to kick off on October 21, 2024, in Tokyo, Japan. This prestigious tournament has a rich history, having been a prominent event in Asia for over four decades, attracting top talent from around the world.
Key Tournament Details
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Tournament Dates:
- Main draw play begins on Monday, October 21, and runs through Sunday, October 27.
- Singles qualifying will take place on October 19-20.
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Tournament Structure:
- The singles main draw features 28 players, with the top four seeds receiving first-round byes. The draw includes six qualifiers and four wild cards.
- The doubles draw consists of 16 teams, including two wild-card pairings.
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Finals Schedule:
- Both the singles and doubles finals are set for Sunday, October 27. The singles final is scheduled to begin at 12 p.m., followed by the doubles final.
Defending Champions
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Singles: Veronika Kudermetova claimed the title last year, defeating No. 2 seed Jessica Pegula in the final after notable victories over top seed Iga Swiatek in the quarterfinals and Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova in the semifinals.
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Doubles: The team of Ulrikke Eikeri and Ingrid Neel won the doubles title in 2023, besting Japanese duo Eri Hozumi and Makoto Ninomiya.
Prize Money and Ranking Points
The prize money and ranking points awarded in the singles main draw are as follows:
- First Round: 1 point | $9,820
- Round of 16: 60 points | $13,590
- Quarterfinals: 108 points | $24,910
- Semifinals: 195 points | $51,205
- Finalist: 325 points | $87,655
- Champion: 500 points | $142,000
Notable Participants
The tournament will feature six Top 20 players, including:
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Zheng Qinwen (Ranking: No. 7)
- Career singles titles: 4 (2 this year)
- 2024 win-loss record: 43-16
- Best Tokyo result: Runner-up in 2022
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Beatriz Haddad Maia (Ranking: No. 10)
- Career singles titles: 4 (1 this year)
- 2024 win-loss record: 35-25
- Best Tokyo result: Quarterfinals in 2022
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Daria Kasatkina (Ranking: No. 11)
- Career singles titles: 7 (1 this year)
- 2024 win-loss record: 37-21
- Best Tokyo result: Quarterfinals in 2023
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Anna Kalinskaya (Ranking: No. 12)
- Career singles titles: 0
- 2024 win-loss record: 33-18
- Best Tokyo result: First round in 2023
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Paula Badosa (Ranking: No. 15)
- Career singles titles: 4 (1 this year)
- 2024 win-loss record: 37-17
- Best Tokyo result: First round in 2022
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Diana Shnaider (Ranking: No. 16)
- Career singles titles: 3 (3 this year)
- 2024 win-loss record: 36-20
- Best Tokyo result: Debut year
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Magdalena Frech (Ranking: No. 24)
- Career singles titles: 1 (1 this year)
- 2024 win-loss record: 28-25
- Best Tokyo result: Lost in qualifying in 2017
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Ekaterina Alexandrova (Ranking: No. 27)
- Career singles titles: 4 (0 this year)
- 2024 win-loss record: 26-24
- Best Tokyo result: Quarterfinals in 2023
Veronika Kudermetova will also be back to defend her title, making her the only former champion in the main draw.
As the tournament approaches, excitement builds among fans and players alike, with the stage set for an exhilarating week of tennis in Tokyo!
