The
Merida Open Akron will take place while the Middle East swing is ongoing with Mexico hosting a hard court tournament featuring Sloane Stephens, Magda Linette, Zhu Lin and Alycia Parks.
There is $259,303 on offer overall with $34,228 for the winner and 280 points. It goes all the way down to the first round with $2,804 for the first round losers.
It is a WTA 250 tournament so carries the maximum of 280 points for the winner.
Prize Money and Points Breakdown - Merida Open Round Prize Money Ranking Points
Champion $34,228 280
Runner-up $20,226 180
Semifinalist $11,275 110
Quarterfinalist $6,418 60
Second round $3,920 30
First round $2,804 1