Fan Guide Volvo Car Open April 4 – April 12, 2020 Charleston, Sc
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FAN GUIDE VOLVO CAR OPEN APRIL 4 – APRIL 12, 2020 CHARLESTON, SC CELEBRATING 20 YEARS OF TENNIS IN CHARLESTON DEAR FANS, Welcome to the 2020 Volvo Car Open! This year we are celebrating the best in women’s tennis and our tournament’s 20th year on Daniel Island, in beautiful Charleston, SC. This tournament also represents our 48th year as a professional women’s tennis event on the WTA Tour. We are very proud to call Volvo Car USA our title sponsor for the fifth year. South Carolina is home to Volvo Cars’ first manufacturing plant in the US and their team is producing the all-new S60 sedan. There are nearly 1,500 employees at the plant in Ridgeville, SC working tirelessly to build this model for worldwide distribution. The all-new Volvo S60 will be on display at the tournament, along with Volvo’s full SUV range, including the award- winning 7-passenger XC90, XC60 and XC40. Take a test drive during finals weekend and experience Scandinavian luxury, unparalleled technology and human-centric innovation. Growing the game of tennis continues to be a priority for the Volvo Car Open. Last year, in conjunction with our partner Truist (formerly SunTrust Bank), we provided more than 10,000 tickets to children under the age of 16. We’re thrilled to continue this initiative in 2020. We will also be hosting a WTA “Future Stars” camp the week of the tournament for young women who demonstrate strong skills on the court and leadership off the court. Lastly, through our partnership with USTA, kids will have the opportunity to participate in the Net Generation program all week long. The future of this incredible sport is in good hands here in Charleston! As always, we strive to deliver an exceptional fan experience, both on and off the court. On the court, you will see a larger presence of video screens for fan enjoyment and interaction. In partnership with FoxTenn and the WTA, electronic line calling will be used for the first time ever at a WTA clay court event. This technology will allow our players and attendees to see the “real bounce” of the ball during player challenges. Fans will get to witness play from a world-class field of athletes, featuring multiple Grand Slam winners, top-ranked players and past Volvo Car Open champions. This year is shaping up to be our strongest field ever. Off the court, we will have bigger and better hospitality and dining options for attendees, with daily happy hours and live music offerings in all our destinations. Our opening Family Weekend, presented by MUSC Health, was a huge success at last year’s event. So, we’re bringing it back in 2020! Our special yoga event returns on semifinals Saturday, as well as our southern brunch on Easter Sunday. We are also excited to welcome GRAMMY Award winning artist and country music star Jennifer Nettles to Althea Gibson Club Court on Saturday, April 11 for a special performance. Don’t miss out on these unique opportunities to celebrate the best of Charleston during finals weekend of the Volvo Car Open! We can’t wait for you to join us for the finest experience in women’s professional tennis in America’s favorite city. The Volvo Car Open team, along with more than 500 volunteers and all of our partners, are here to make your stay special. Thank you, B R A T E I L N E G C I N N Bob Moran O C T Tournament Director H S A R L E MATCH SCHEDULE DATE SESSION GATES PLAY FEATURED OPEN BEGINS* MATCHES SAT 4/4 DAY 9:00 am 10:00 am Qualifying Rounds SUN 4/5 DAY 9:00 am 10:00 am Qualifying Rounds MON 4/6 DAY 9:00 am 10:00 am 1st Round TUES 4/7 DAY 9:00 am 10:00 am 1st & 2nd Rounds TUES 4/7 NIGHT 5:00 pm 7:00 pm 1st & 2nd Rounds WED 4/8 DAY 9:00 am 10:00 am 2nd & 3rd Rounds WED 4/8 NIGHT 5:00 pm 7:00 pm 2nd & 3rd Rounds THUR 4/9 DAY 10:00 am 10:45 am 3rd Round THUR 4/9 NIGHT 5:00 pm 7:00 pm 3rd Round FRI 4/10 DAY 10:00 am 10:45 am Quarterfinals FRI 4/10 NIGHT 5:00 pm 7:00 pm Quarterfinals 2020 VOLVO CAR OPEN CAR VOLVO 2020 SAT 4/11 DAY 9:00 am 10:45 am Semifinals SUN 4/12 DAY 9:00 am 10:45 am Finals** *All match times subject to change. **Doubles Final begins at 10:45am followed by Singles Final. SHOPPING AT THE OPEN The 2020 Volvo Car Open merchandise tent is back and Your Serve Tennis is bringing the latest tennis gear to Charleston! Stop by and stock up on your favorite tournament apparel and souvenirs. Visit Match Point Market to shop from fan-favorite vendors: Baseline Boutique, Hermosa Jewelry and Charleston Shoe Company. DANIEL ISLAND FERRY If you’re traveling to the Volvo Car Open from downtown, catch the Daniel Island Ferry and enjoy a scenic waterway ride to the tournament. The first ferry leaves downtown at 9:25am and runs on a regular schedule throughout the day. The last ferry leaves Daniel Island at 10:05pm. Visit DIFerry.com to view the schedule and purchase tickets or call (843) 732-4949. DOWNLOAD THE VOLVO CAR OPEN APP! Powered by TennisONE The Volvo Car Open App is your go-to source for tournament information. Get real-time match updates, review the day’s order of play, learn more about your favorite players and participate in fan challenges and trivia to win prizes at the on-site App Tent. *IN-SEAT FOOD AND BEVERAGE ORDERING IS AVAILABLE THROUGH THE APP FOR BOX AND TERRACE LEVEL SEATS. DAY ACTIVITIES AT THE VOLVO CAR OPEN SAT, APRIL 4 – SUN, APRIL 12 AUTOGRAPHS AVAILABLE WILSON TRINITI: THE FUTURE OF TENNIS SAT, APRIL 4 Wilson, the new official tennis ball provider THE DRAW of the Volvo Car Open, has designed the 3:00PM – 4:00PM very first performance tennis ball with fully Be the first to know the match ups of the recyclable packaging. The Triniti ball comes 2020 Volvo Car Open! The Draw will be in a unique octagonal paper container, announced outside the Stadium on our which can be recycled after use. The ball’s electronic scoreboard. Two main draw core has also been redesigned to extend its players will be in attendance, so don’t forget lifespan outside of a pressurized can. Find to stop by, say hello and snag a photo! the Triniti ball at the tournament and test out the future of sustainable tennis balls! MON, APRIL 6 – SUN, APRIL 12 TALKING TENNIS WITH TRACY AUSTIN SAT, APRIL 4 – SUN, APRIL 12 1:00PM - 2:00PM USTA/NET GENERATION ZONE Join former World No. 1 Tracy Austin as she Adults and kids are welcome to stop hosts the brand-new series, "Talking Tennis by and see the latest offerings from the with Tracy". The daily, hour show will feature USTA! Kids of all skill levels can use the Net live, on-site interviews with top players and Generation Zone to work on their strokes. coaches, giving Volvo Car Open fans an Mini-nets and junior rackets will be available inside look into the journeys, successes and for participants, as we welcome the next struggles that shaped each into the power generation of great tennis players to the forces they are today on the WTA. court. Find more information about youth tennis and local programs at netgeneration.com and sctennis.com. WED, APRIL 8 SPECIAL OLYMPICS DEMONSTRATION 12:00PM - 1:00PM SAT, APRIL 4 – SUN, APRIL 5 This demonstration features tennis players FAMILY WEEKEND from local Special Olympics chapters 9:00AM – 3:00PM conducting and showcasing drills to improve Presented by MUSC Health skills, court work and play. Bring the whole crew out for a weekend of family fun during our qualifying rounds. Hop on rides from the state fair, embrace your WED, APRIL 8 child’s creative side through art activities, WHEELCHAIR TENNIS create a sand sculpture masterpiece, strike a DEMONSTRATION pose at the photo booth and so much more! 4:00PM - 5:00PM Adult wheelchair tennis players from South SAT, APRIL 4 – THURS, APRIL 9 Carolina will demonstrate, along with an MUSC HEALTH PICKLEBALL CLINICS on-court emcee, the rules and regulations of 9:00AM - 4:00PM the sport and exhibit the power and strength It’s the game you love with a fresh new twist! behind the sport. Pickleball combines elements of tennis, ping- pong and badminton. Beginners are welcome. NIGHT ACTIVITIES AT THE VOLVO CAR OPEN TUES, APRIL 7 THURS, APRIL 9 LCTA NIGHT MILITARY APPRECIATION NIGHT 5:00PM - 10:00PM 5:00PM - 10:00PM The Volvo Car Open is inviting all Presented by Boeing Lowcountry Tennis Association members We bring awareness and thankfulness to a membership night at the tournament. to the men and women who serve By purchasing a ticket for Tuesday night, our country in the Armed Forces by hosting you'll be supporting the Lowcountry Youth a Military Appreciation Night. On behalf of Tennis Association. LCTA members receive Boeing, the Volvo Car Open is proud to a special discounted price and recognition offer complimentary admission to active- throughout the evening. duty, retired military and their families. Join us in celebrating our service members WED, APRIL 8 with a special program designed for and MUSC CHILDREN’S HEALTH NIGHT dedicated to them! 5:00PM - 10:00PM Presented by MUSC Health Join us in supporting MUSC Children’s Health and their efforts to provide pediatric expertise for each and every child.