Tennis Stars descend on Les Sables-d’Olonne: WTA 125 Event Preview

Les Sables-d’Olonne Welcomes Tennis Stars for WTA 125 Event

The Open Arena Les Sables is set to host the WTA 125 event from February 15-22, 2026. Brace yourself for an action-packed week of tennis as top players, including home favorites, flood the courts in this $600,000 prize money tournament. The field includes renowned players, many French women, and even a Latvian No.1 seed.

Key Players to Watch

Ksenia Efremova: French Hope

Ksenia Efremova, the 16-year-old French sensation who recently captured the Australian Open juniors title, headlines the list of participants. Her addition adds a significant boost to the tournament, attracting local and international fans alike. Efremova’s strong start to the season has generated buzz, and her performance at the Arena will be one to watch.

Other Notable Players

Jo-Wilfried Tsonga, the tournament director and former world No.5, will be present. Other top players expected to participate include:

• Diane Parry (FRA, No.58)
• Greet Minnen (BEL, No.68)
• Tamara Korpatsch (GER, No.78)
• Varvara Lepchenko (USA, No.91)
• Jessika Ponchet (FRA, No.94)
• Fiona Ferro (FRA, No.106)
• Manon Léonard (FRA, No.117)
• Lucia Bronzetti (ITA, No.124)
• Darja Semenistaja (BLR, No.150)

Tournament Details

• Dates: February 15-22, 2026
• Location: Les Sables-d’Olonne, France
• Venue: Open Arena Les Sables
• Surface: Indoor Hard
• Prize Money: $600,000

Can’t Miss Moments

• Opening Day: Catch the first serve fly on the opening day, February 15, as qualifiers battle for their spot in the main draw.
• Main Draw: Spark excitement as top seeds clash, with the fan-favorite Frenchwomen aiming to lift the trophy on February 22.
• Night Sessions: Stay late for stunning night sessions under Les Sables-d’Olonne’s state-of-the-art Arena lights.

Will the Home Town Heroes Triumph?

With a strong French contingent and local support, expect the Les Sables-d’Olonne crowd to rally behind their countrywomen. Efremova’s presence adds another layer to the suspense. Can she translate her juniors success into a deep tournament run? Or will another player step up and steal the show?

Stay tuned for updates as the fight for the WTA 125 title kickstarts at the Open Arena Les Sables! 🎾🌟