Isner, Stephens to play at BB&T Atlanta Open

Defending BB&T Atlanta Open singles champion John Isner and reigning U.S. Open champion Sloane Stephens are two of the players the BB&T Atlanta Open announced would compete at Atlantic Station from July 21-29.

Former Georgia All-American Isner, top-ranked American Jack Sock and defending doubles champions the Bryan Brothers — Bob and Mike Bryan— will all compete over the week, while Stephens and 2017 U.S. Open finalist Madison Keys are two of the women who will compete in a special women’s exhibition session July 22 at 7:30 p.m.

“Obviously, I love to play in Georgia and to compete at the BB&T Atlanta Open where I feel at home and have had so much success,” Isner said in a statement. “I can’t wait to get back on court at Atlantic Station in front of all those supportive tennis and Bulldog fans.”

Tickets for the Open and special women’s exhibition can be purchased on the BB&T Atlanta Open’s official website, beginning Tuesday at 10 a.m.

“Anytime you step out on the court with Madison, it is a challenge but in a good way,” Stephens said in a statement. “It’s an honor to be a part of the tradition of having a women’s match kick off a men’s event, in the BB&T Atlanta Open.”

The tournament, which has hosted more than 310,000 fans in eight years, will offer shaded and air-conditioned viewing opportunities for fans.

“Our 2018 BB&T Atlanta Open will be our biggest and best to date by providing a mix of marquee established players, along with the rising stars of tennis,” Tournament Director Eddie Gonzalez said in a statement.