Aegon Classic, Birmingham
7th June 2010 - 13th June 2010
Country: Great Britain
Surface: Grass - Outdoors
The Aegon Classic WTA tournament takes place at the Edgbaston Priory Club this week. Na Li of China is the top seed at the event, and Maria Sharapova, second. Sharapova will be attempting to replicate her wins in 2004 and 2005, and lift the title for a third time.
British number one Elena Baltacha, the twelfth seed, will be joined in the draw by compatriots Katie O'Brien and Anne Keothavong, who have also gained direct entry into the tournament.
Melanie South, Naomi Broady and Heather Watson have been granted wild cards, whilst Laura Robson has qualified for the grass court event.