Kalaburagi is set to host its largest international women’s tennis tournament, the ITF W35 Kalaburagi, from March 1 to 8, 2026, at the Chandrashekar Patil Stadium. This tournament, with a prize of USD 30,000, is part of the ITF Women’s World Tennis Tour overseen by the International Tennis Federation and marks the city’s first ITF W35-level women’s professional event.
The ITF W35 Kalaburagi will feature a 32-player singles main draw, following a 32-player qualifying round starting on March 1, along with a 16-team doubles draw. Matches for the main draw are scheduled to commence on March 3, offering players valuable ranking points and a pathway to higher-tier competitions like the WTA Tour.
Participants from 11 countries will compete in the tournament, including notable players like Thailand’s Achisa Chanta (WR 443) and the Netherlands’ Jasmijn Gimbrere (WR 431).
A strong Indian contingent will be present in the singles main draw, led by Vaishnavi Adkar, who recently achieved India’s No. 2 ranking. Vaishnavi made history at the KPB Trust ITF Women’s Open W100 in Bengaluru by becoming the first Indian woman since Sania Mirza in 2009 to reach an ITF W100-level or higher singles final. Other Indian players to watch include Shrivalli Rashmikaa Bhamidipaty, Ankita Raina, Zeel Desai, Akanksha Dileep Nitture, Shruti Ahlawat, and Sonal Patil.
The ITF W35 Kalaburagi adds to Karnataka’s track record of hosting prestigious international tournaments, such as the Davis Cup Qualifiers, Billie Jean King Cup Play-offs, Bengaluru Open ATP 125 Challenger, and the KPB Trust ITF Women’s Open (W100). This event further solidifies Karnataka’s position as a hub for world-class tennis competitions.
