USA's Sloane Stephens during a first round singles tennis match at the French Open in Paris, Sunday, May 24, 2026. Stephens has accepted a wildcard entry into the Memphis Classic that will be held at Leftwich Tennis Center from July 25 to Aug. 2. (Dave ShoplandAP Photo file)

Former U.S. Open champion Sloane Stephens has accepted a wildcard to play in the Memphis Classic, the new WTA tournament that will be held at the Leftwich Tennis Center from July 25 to Aug. 2. View this article on our website Support quality, local journalism and access exclusive content by becoming a subscriber at dailymemphian.com. .....