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By: Ana Kieu

SAN JOSE, Calif. — The Mubadala Silicon Valley Classic announced today that two‐time Grand Slam champion Garbiñe Muguruza will play Wednesday, August 1 at 7 pm, and defending champion Madison Keys  will begin her title defense during the day session on Thursday, August 2.

Tickets for the 2018 Mubadala Silicon Valley Classic, July 30 to August 5 at San José State University are on‐sale now at www.MubadalaSVC.com.

Muguruza will play the winner of Monday’s 7 p.m. match between Victoria Azarenka and Kateryna Bondarenko. Keys will face either Ajla Tomljanovic or a qualifier. Other matches already announced include Serena Williams versus Johanna Konta on Tuesday, July 31 at 7 pm, and Venus Williams versus either Heather Watson or Claire Liu on Thursday, August 2 at 7 pm.

Formerly known as the Bank of the West Classic in Palo Alto, the Mubadala Silicon Valley Classic is a week long WTA Premier event bringing the worlds of tennis and technology together in a festival of sports and entertainment. The new venue at San José State will provide a high‐end, family friendly atmosphere and will put fans close to the action as they watch their favorite stars compete.

Highlighting the best the region has to offer, the tournament will showcase a complete entertainment experience including locally sourced cuisine, fine wine and cheese selections, interactive fan exhibitions, premier hospitality options, daily autograph signings, and of course, incredible tennis action.

Featuring a 28‐player singles draw as well as a 16‐team doubles draw the tournament will bring the best female tennis players in the world to the Bay Area and serves as the opening women’s event of the US Open Series.

With several different ticket options available, the Mubadala Silicon Valley Classic has something for everyone. To purchase tickets go to www.MubadalaSVC.com or call 1 (866) 982‐8497.

Feature match schedule
Monday, July 30 at 7 pm – Victoria Azarenka vs. Kateryna Bondarenko
Tuesday, July 31 at 7 pm – Serena Williams vs. Johanna Konta
Wednesday, August 1 at 7 pm – No. 1 seed Garbine Muguruza vs. Azarenka or Bondarenko
Thursday, August 2 day session – No. 2 seed Madison Keys vs. Tomljanovic or Qualifier
Thursday, August 2 at 7 pm – No. 3 seed Venus Williams vs. Watson or Liu