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The Bakersfield Tennis Open is an annual professional tennis tournament hosted by the Bakersfield Racquet Club, a longstanding center for competitive tennis in California’s Central Valley. The event is part of the USTA Men’s Pro Circuit and brings emerging and established players to Bakersfield for a week of high-level competition. Its 11th annual edition is scheduled for March 16–22, 2026, with $30,000 in total prize money.

Matches include singles and doubles, with qualifying rounds and an event schedule available to help visitors plan their attendance. The tournament is free to attend, offering fans an unusually close view of professional play. Past participants include Casper Ruud, Taylor Fritz, Frances Tiafoe, Tommy Paul, Sebastian Korda, Jenson Brooksby, Rinky Hijikata, and Jack Draper.

Beyond competition, the Open supports the club’s community commitments, including youth development, an Adaptive Youth Program, Special Olympics, scholarships, and partnership with the Kern Community Tennis Association. The Bakersfield Racquet Club also welcomes inquiries about sponsorship and provides event information through its website and contact channels