WASHINGTON D.C. – The 2025 Mubadala Citi DC Open ATP draw has been unveiled, with American World No. 4 Taylor Fritz leading the men’s field as the top seed and Italian sensation Lorenzo Musetti positioned as the second seed. The tournament, a combined ATP/WTA 500 event, commenced its main draw action on Monday, July 21, and will run through July 27 at the William H.G. FitzGerald Tennis Center in Washington, D.C.
This year’s edition promises fierce competition as it kicks off the North American hardcourt swing leading up to the US Open.
Top Seeds and Key Players in the Men’s Draw
The men’s singles draw features 48 players, with 16 seeds receiving a first-round bye. Beyond Fritz and Musetti, the tournament boasts a strong contingent of top talent.
Taylor Fritz Leads the Top Half
As the top seed, Taylor Fritz anchors the top half of the draw. Fritz, who reached the semi-finals in his last appearance in D.C. in 2023, is looking to carry momentum from a strong grass-court season where he captured titles in Stuttgart and Eastbourne and reached the Wimbledon semi-finals. A potential second-round showdown looms for Fritz against big-serving Frenchman Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard, who he narrowly defeated in a five-set thriller at Wimbledon.
Also in the top half are American heavyweights Ben Shelton, seeded fourth, and Frances Tiafoe, seeded sixth. Fifth seed Andrey Rublev is another significant contender in this section. Fans could witness a captivating quarter-final clash between Shelton and Tiafoe, with the victor potentially facing Fritz or Rublev in the semifinals. Last year’s runner-up, Flavio Cobolli, is also in this half, along with rising young star Learner Tien and 12th seed Alejandro Davidovich Fokina.
Lorenzo Musetti Heads the Bottom Half
Italian star Lorenzo Musetti is the second seed and leads the bottom half of the draw. Musetti, who is making his debut at the Citi DC Open, will be looking to bounce back after an early exit at Wimbledon. He is set to face a challenging opener against recent Wimbledon quarter-finalist Cameron Norrie.
The bottom half also includes third seed Holger Rune, who will aim to rebound in Washington after a first-round defeat at Wimbledon. Rune is seeded to meet 13th-seeded American Alex Michelsen in the third round. Other notable players in this section include eighth seed Daniil Medvedev and seventh seed Alex de Minaur.
Tournament Details and Schedule
The 2025 Citi DC Open is the first stop of the US Open series. The tournament is a combined ATP and WTA 500-level event, making it the only one of its kind.
Venue and Dates
The tournament is held annually at the William H.G. FitzGerald Tennis Center in Washington, D.C., USA. Main draw matches are scheduled from July 21 to July 27.
Schedule Highlights
The initial rounds will span the first four days of the tournament, starting Monday, July 21. The singles quarterfinals are set for Friday, July 25, followed by the semifinals on Saturday, July 26. The women’s singles final is scheduled for Sunday, July 27, at 2:30 p.m. local time (ET), with the men’s singles final to follow at 5:00 p.m.
Prize Money and History
The total prize money for the Mubadala Citi DC Open is US $2,396,115. The tournament, established in 1969 by Arthur Ashe alongside Donald Dell and John A. Harris, is one of the oldest and most prestigious tournaments on the ATP Tour. It has a rich history, with past champions including tennis legends such as Andre Agassi, Ken Rosewall, and Jimmy Connors. Sebastian Korda was the reigning men’s champion but has withdrawn from the 2025 event due to injury. Paula Badosa, the defending women’s champion, will also not defend her title due to injury.
With a strong lineup and the start of the crucial hardcourt season, the 2025 Citi DC Open is set to deliver an exciting week of tennis.
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