Tournament Ambassadors
Meet the dynamic personalities who will be on site connecting fans with players, sponsors, and interactive experiences.
Don’t miss your chance to interact with our dynamic tournament ambassadors throughout the week at the Credit One Charleston Open. Nothing Major podcast hosts and former American ATP stars John Isner, Sam Querrey and Steve Johnson will participate in the Pro-Am, take part in pickleball and padel exhibitions, and join fans for a special cocktail-making experience around the grounds.
Fans can also attend the DXC Technology daily talk show series hosted by Pippa Horn at The Oaks Deck & Stage each day from 1:00–1:30 PM, featuring live conversations with top tennis talent, coaches, and insiders.
Later in the day, return to The Oaks Deck & Stage for Baseline Banter from 5:00–6:00 PM, offering more lively on-site interviews and tennis conversation.
Tracy Austin
Tracy Austin is a name synonymous with grace, power, and unparalleled success in the world of tennis. Hailing from a tennis family that produced three professional players, Tracy emerged as a prodigy and made history at a remarkably young age. In 1979, at just 16 years old, Tracy Austin became the youngest-ever US Open champion, etching her name in the record books and solidifying her status as a tennis phenom. She won the Family Circle Cup (now the Credit One Charleston Open) the same year and again in 1980. Her career includes a total of 30 singles titles, with major victories at the US Open and other esteemed tournaments. Off the court, Tracy Austin is a respected tennis commentator, providing insightful analysis for a variety of networks.
Alison Riske- Amritraj
Meet the dynamic Alison Riske-Amritraj, a proud ambassador of the Credit One Charleston Open. Coached by Tom Gutteridge, Alison began her tennis journey at the age of 3. Hailing from Pittsburgh, she married Stephen Amritraj in her hometown after the 2019 Wimbledon. Riske-Amritraj boasts an aggressive playing style, drawing inspiration from the legendary Monica Seles. With three WTA singles titles under her belt, including triumphs in Linz (2021), 's-Hertogenbosch (2019), and Tianjin (2014), Alison's journey exemplifies determination and success. A true representation of American tennis, she has been a vital part of the Fed Cup team and achieved a career-high ranking of No.18 in 2019.
John Isner
John Isner is renowned for his immense serve and competitive drive. He reached a career-high ATP singles ranking of No. 8 and became famous for his record-breaking matches, including the longest match in tennis history at Wimbledon in 2010. A four-year All-American at the University of Georgia, he helped secure the 2007 NCAA team title and won the 2005 NCAA doubles title. Throughout his career, Isner has claimed 16 singles titles and was named the ATP’s Most Improved Player in 2009.
Outside of tennis, John is deeply involved with his Isner Family Foundation and recently launched a podcast where he offers insights from his career and chats with notable guests from various fields.
Steve Johnson
Known for his powerful forehand, Steve Johnson has earned multiple ATP titles and represented the U.S. in Davis Cup competitions. A standout at the University of Southern California, he won two NCAA singles titles and helped USC secure four team championships. Turning professional in 2012, Johnson has consistently been a top contender on hard courts.
Off the court, Johnson has recently launched a podcast where he shares personal stories, career insights and his perspectives on the tennis world.
Sam Querrey
Sam Querrey is known for his powerful serve and aggressive playing style. With a career-high ATP singles ranking of No. 11 and 10 ATP titles, he has made his mark on the tennis world. His best Grand Slam result came at Wimbledon, where he reached the semifinals in 2017, and he has secured victories over top-ranked players like Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray.
Sam has also ventured into podcasting, offering fans an inside look at his career, sharing personal stories and hosting interviews with guests from sports and entertainment.
Bob & Mike Bryan
Bob and Mike Bryan are the most successful doubles team in tennis history. The American twins won 16 Grand Slam men’s doubles titles, captured Olympic gold at the 2012 London Games, and held the world No. 1 doubles ranking for a record number of weeks. Known for their energy and chemistry on court, the Bryan brothers finished their careers with 119 ATP doubles titles and helped lead the United States to a Davis Cup championship.
Nick Monroe
Nick Monroe is former professional tennis player, commentator and coach who spent 18 years competing on the ATP Tour. He reached a career-high doubles ranking of No. 30 in the world, won four ATP doubles titles, and advanced to the quarterfinals of both the French Open and US Open. Off the court, Monroe has worked as a tennis commentator for Tennis Channel, BBC at Wimbledon, Channel Seven at the Australian Open and ESPN at the US Open.
