Background InformationThe BNP Paribas WTA Finals Singapore presented by SC Global is the season-ending crown jewel of the WTA circuit where the top 8 tennis singles players and doubles teams in the world descend on Singapore from 23 October to 1 November 2015 to compete for record prize money of US$7 million.

Into its second year, the BNP Paribas WTA Finals Singapore presented by SC Global sees the sporting extravaganza extended from seven to eight days during the same 10-day event time-frame. Centre Court will be hosted at the Singapore Indoor Stadium within the iconic $1.3 billion state-of-the-art Singapore Sports Hub.

Players of the WTA circuit collect points from various competitive tournaments throughout the year on the Road to Singapore Leaderboard as the Top 8 singles players vie for one of the most prestigious trophies in women’s tennis, the Billie Jean King Trophy, while their Top 8 doubles counterparts will also play in a similar Round Robin format as they compete for the Martina Narvatilova WTA Finals Doubles Trophy. Players of the WTA circuit collect points from various competitive tournaments throughout the year for a chance to qualify for the WTA Finals in Singapore. At the end of the Road to Singapore season, the Top 8 singles players will compete for the Billie Jean King trophy – one of the most prestigious trophies in women’s tennis – while the Top 8 doubles players will also play in a similar Round Robin format to win the Martina Navratilova WTA Finals Doubles Trophy.

This year, fans will get closer to the action than ever before. Scheduled player practice sessions offer fans the opportunity to watch their favourite stars up-close at the OCBC Arena; they can also catch a glimpse of future tennis stars at the WTA Rising Stars Exhibition during the opening weekend (23-25 October 2015).

In addition, the Fan Zone – located at the OCBC Square – will feature plenty of fun interactive games, sport challenges, and star-studded tennis appearances that will appeal to fans and families, young and old.

A series of business events will also take place throughout the 10-day festival to provide ample networking opportunities for the business community and enhance industry capabilities. The Racquet Club, a world-class hospitality pavilion built next to the Singapore Indoor Stadium, offers the perfect platform to host valued clients or stakeholders and reward them with a luxurious tennis experience comprising five-star dining, free-flow beverage, networking opportunities, and thrilling tennis action on Centre Court.

2015 will also see an enhanced entertainment programme with the first ever “Singapore Tennis Evening at Marina Bay Sands” on 30 October that celebrates the annual achievements of the best women’s tennis players in the world; the event will feature a concert performance by Paloma Faith, double platinum UK artiste and winner of the British Female Solo Artist at the 2015 Brit Awards. A cocktail soiree for private guests of the tennis family kicks off the evening’s programme of glitz, glamour and tennis, which then moves to the iconic MasterCard theatres within Marina Bay Sands for “The Show featuring Paloma Faith” – a star-studded awards and entertainment spectacle, where fans can see both the royalty of women’s tennis along with the show-woman extraordinaire that Pharrell Williams and John Legend have produced for, Paloma Faith.

This 10-day star-studded extravaganza of edge-of-your-seat sporting action promises to keep fans entertained throughout the duration of the tournament.

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Highlight name Description Venue Date Admission

Fan Zone Welcome back the Fan Zone with more WTA player fan engagements and exciting tennis-themed activities to keep all entertained

OCBC Square 23 October to 1 November

Free

Player Practice Sessions Discover the preparation secrets behind the elite performances during scheduled practice sessions

OCBC Arena 23 Octoberto 1 November

Admission will be free of charge during the Fan Festival weekend.

Admission thereafter is by valid same-day match tickets or gold-coin donations

WTA Legends Classic Join WTA Finals Official Legend Ambassador, Martina Navratilova, Arantxa Sanchez Vicario and other WTA greats as they compete in the WTA Legends Classic

Centre Court 27 October to 29 October

Standard session charges apply

Purchase from http://sportshubtix.com.sg

WTA Rising Stars Tournament WTA Rising Stars Invitational: Asia will take on the rest of the world in a clash of emerging WTA stars

OCBC Arena and Centre Court

22 October to 25 October

Free

Public Draw Ceremonies presented by Marina Bay Sands

Catch the glamour and glitz of the world’s best singles players and doubles teams as they determine their match up in front of a live audience at the world-renowned Marina Bay Sands

Marina Bay Sands 23 October Free

Racquet Club As the official hospitality programme of the BNP Paribas WTA Finals Singapore presented by SC Global, the Racquet Club is the premier client engagement platform to wine, dine and network before soaking up the thrilling tennis action on Centre Court

Singapore Indoor Stadium

23 October to 1 November

Purchase from http://racquetclub.sg

Tennis Coaches Conference Learn what makes an elite professional athlete tick from the individuals behind the scene. Key-note speakers will feature Martina Navratilova, Carlos Alberto Kirmayr and Kathy Martin

Conrad Centennial, Singapore

26 October to 27 October

$250

Purchase from http://wtafinals.cvent.com/coachesconference2015

Ladies Day at the Tennis Step out in style for a glamorous champagne brunch while engaging with two exceptional women – WTA CEO Stacey Allaster and WTA Legend Martina Navratilova – who have blazed a trail for women in sport and business. Follow that up with premium tickets to watch the world’s top female tennis players compete in a Double and Singles Round Robin match

Racquet Club 28 October $399 per ticket

$699 for two

Purchase tickets from http://racquetclub.sg/ladies-day

Singapore Tennis Evening at Marina Bay Sands

Stars and glitter come together to celebrate the best women’s tennis players in the world during the BNP Paribas WTA Finals Singapore presented by SC Global – with a special concert by Paloma Faith

Marina Bay Sands 30 October Purchase from http://sportshubtix.com.sg

Key factsOfficial Name: BNP Paribas WTA Finals Singapore presented by SC Global

About: The finale of the WTA calendar where the top eight singles players and doubles teams in the world battle for one of tennis’ most prestigious prize

Official Website: www.WTAFinals.com

Ticketing Website: www.sportshub.com.sg/WTAFinals

Social Media: Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/WTAFinalsSG)

Twitter (@WTAFinalsSG)

Defending Champions: Serena Williams (Singles), Cara Black and Sania Mirza (Doubles)

Hashtag: #wtafinals

Dates: 23 October – 1 November 2015

Venue: Singapore Indoor Stadium, Singapore Sports Hub

WTA Finals Legend Ambassador:

59-time Grand Slam winner Martina Navratilova

WTA Finals Ambassadors: 18-time Grand Slam singles winner Chris Evert and Former French Open and Australian Open Champion Li Na

Key Locations:

By the Numbers

2142

Serena Williams has won the WTA Finals, tying her with Steffi Graf for “Most Number of WTA Finals titles” won

Duration of the 2015 BNP Paribas WTA Finals Singapore presented by SC Global

Edition of the WTA Finals in 2015

Attended the 2014 WTA Finals through various activities and events

Volunteers supporting the WTA Finals

Number of days before Serena Williams qualified for the 2015 WTA Finals, a new record

Lorenzo Ball Kids at the 2014 WTA Finals

Official tournament room nights booked

visited throughout 2014

2,900

129,000 Fans

300+

10days

109 days

Schools

45th

5X

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