Wagga Wagga, 1 September 2025 | Tennis NSW

Wagga Wagga is preparing to showcase world-class tennis this September, with the city set to host its first-ever Australian Pro Tour event – the Wagga Wagga Tennis International.

Taking place across two weeks from Sunday 7 September to Sunday 21 September, the tournament will feature consecutive Women’s 35 International Tennis Federation (ITF) World Tennis Tour events, staged at the newly redeveloped Jim Elphick Tennis Centre.

The venue, which reopened in April this year, now boasts ITF-standard cushioned acrylic hard courts and upgraded facilities, enabling international tennis to be staged in regional NSW.

Deputy Mayor of the City of Wagga Wagga, Councillor Georgie Davies, said it was exciting to see an international-level event come to the city.

“The redevelopment of the Jim Elphick Tennis Centre is already producing benefits for our city as it is set to host the Wagga Wagga Tennis International,” Cr Davies said.

“Hosting this tournament is a great opportunity for the people of Wagga Wagga and surrounds to enjoy some world-class tennis without having to go to one of the major cities.

“The event also brings with it the opportunity for the local economy to benefit from the extra visitors to town.”

The Wagga Wagga Tennis International is expected to attract a strong line-up of Australian and international female athletes, competing for more than AUD $60,000 in prize money and valuable world ranking points.

“Hosting international tennis in regional centres such as Wagga Wagga delivers benefits far beyond prize money and ranking points,” said Lawrence Robertson, Tennis Australia Director of Pathways & Tennis Services.

“These events provide a platform to promote our sport and get more people playing tennis more often.

“The Wagga Wagga Tennis International will deliver significant economic value – more than $1 million in this case – while also providing a fantastic opportunity to engage the local community, showcase our sport, and inspire more people to pick up a racquet.”

Tennis NSW CEO Darren Simpson added, “This Pro Tour event showcases the strength of regional NSW as a sporting destination and underscores our commitment to delivering high-performance opportunities right across the state.

“We’re proud to support an event that will inspire the next generation of players and leave a lasting legacy for tennis in the region.”

The Wagga Wagga Tennis International forms part of the Australian Pro Tour, a series of professional tournaments staged throughout the year to connect emerging players with the WTA Tour, offering the chance to earn world ranking points.

The event will take place at the Jim Elphick Tennis Centre, Bolton Park, Wagga Wagga, from Sunday 7 September to Sunday 21 September. Entry is free for spectators.