Women’s Singles at Daytona Beach Open: The 2024 Daytona Beach Open, which runs from December 18 to 22, will feature an exciting Women’s Singles event. As the first competition of the 2025 pickleball season, the event will show some of the sport’s top female players, including defending champions from the 2023 Hertz Gold Cup held at Pictona. The matches will be broadcast live on Pickleball TV and Tennis Channel.
The Players to Watch
The Women’s Singles event will see fierce competition, with some of the best players returning to defend their titles. Lea Jansen, the top seed for this tournament, will carry the pressure of being the favorite to win. However, she faces strong competition from several other skilled players.
Defending Champions
- Salome Devidze (3rd seed) is the only player to defeat AL Waters in 2024 and will look to defend her title in Daytona Beach.
- Lacy Schneemann and Lauren Stratman are also returning as defending medalists from last year’s tournament and will be vying for another top spot. Both players are known for their consistency and skill, making them serious contenders in this year’s event.
New Contender: Genie Bouchard
One of the most anticipated players to watch is Genie Bouchard, ranked 6th in the tournament. Bouchard, a tennis star making a transition into pickleball, had notable success in singles during the second half of 2024. With her experience and ability to adapt to the sport, she is ready for a strong run in Daytona Beach.
Notable Absentees
While some stars, like Anna Leigh Waters and Kate Fahey, will be competing in other events during the tournament, they will not participate in the Women’s Singles event. This opens the door for other players to step up and make a name for themselves in this crucial early event of the season.
Broadcast and Viewing Information
Fans will be able to catch all the action live starting at 11 a.m. Eastern Time from Thursday to Sunday. The tournament will be broadcast on Pickleball TV through platforms like Prime Video, Roku, Samsung TV Plus, and LG. Viewers can also tune in through Tennis Channel for additional coverage. For those looking for DVR features, the Pickleball TV app is available for download on pickleballtv.com.
Expert Insights
According to tournament organizers, the Daytona Beach Open is set to be one of the most competitive women’s singles events of the season.
“With top players like Jansen and Devidze returning, as well as emerging talents like Bouchard, we expect a thrilling series of matches.” – (tournament spokesperson)
News in Brief: Women’s Singles at Daytona Beach Open
The 2024 Daytona Beach Open, running from December 18–22, will feature an exciting Women’s Pickleball Singles event, with top players like Lea Jansen, the top seed, and defending champion Devidze returning to compete.
Tennis star-turned-pickleball player Genie Bouchard, ranked 6th, is expected to make a strong run. The competition will be broadcast live on Pickleball TV and Tennis Channel. With a mix of established stars and emerging talents, the Women’s Pickleball Singles event promises thrilling matches and high stakes.
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