The 2025 Italian Open, also known as the Internazionali BNL d’Italia, is set to bring thrilling tennis action to Rome’s Foro Italico from May 6 to May 18. This prestigious tournament, a key lead-up to the French Open, attracts top players from around the globe. Here’s a breakdown of which stars are expected to compete, the tournament schedule, and other essential details.
Key Dates and Schedule
The Italian Open 2025 promises nearly three weeks of high-level competition. Here’s a provisional schedule:
- Qualifying rounds: April 29 – May 6
- Women’s Main Draw begins: Tuesday, May 6
- Men’s Main Draw begins: Wednesday, May 7
- Finals Weekend: Saturday, May 17 (WTA Singles Final), Sunday, May 18 (ATP Singles Final)
Will They Play? Star Players to Watch
Jannik Sinner
Italian tennis fans will be thrilled to see Jannik Sinner back in action on home soil. The current world No. 1 is set to make his first competitive appearance since the Australian Open final, following a three-month suspension. His return adds significant excitement to the tournament, and his matches are expected to be highly energetic. Sinner will likely debut between May 9th and 10th.
Novak Djokovic
Novak Djokovic has withdrawn from the Italian Open 2025. This marks the first time he has missed the tournament since his debut in 2007. Citing a need to focus on the French Open, Djokovic’s decision follows a series of early losses on the clay court season. Fabian Marozsan will replace Djokovic in the draw.
Emma Raducanu
Emma Raducanu is expected to compete in the Italian Open. Coming off wins at the Mutua Madrid Open, she headlines the British entrants in the women’s singles. Raducanu has shown signs of strong play, including a quarter-final run at the Miami Open. She is set to play the Italian Open and French Open. Mark Petchey, who was on Raducanu’s team as she played her best tennis of the season in reaching the Miami quarter-finals, will “hopefully” be joining her at the Italian Open.
Alex Eala
Alex Eala is also slated to participate in the Italian Open. The rising Filipina star, currently ranked No. 70 by the WTA, is set to compete in Rome as part of her preparation for the French Open. Eala was initially entered in the Catalonia Open but withdrew to focus on the Italian Open.
Top Seeds and Potential Contenders
Men’s Draw
Based on current ATP rankings, the projected top seeds for the men’s draw include:
- Jannik Sinner (ITA)
- Alexander Zverev (GER)
- Carlos Alcaraz (ESP)
- Taylor Fritz (USA)
- Jack Draper (GBR)
- Casper Ruud (NOR)
- Alex de Minaur (AUS)
- Lorenzo Musetti (ITA)
Other notable players in the men’s draw include Daniil Medvedev, Ben Shelton, and Arthur Fils.
Women’s Draw
The women’s draw is expected to be headlined by:
- Aryna Sabalenka
- Iga Swiatek (POL)
- Jessica Pegula (USA)
- Coco Gauff (USA)
- Madison Keys (USA)
- Jasmine Paolini (ITA)
- Mirra Andreeva
- Zheng Qinwen (CHN)
Other strong contenders include Elena Rybakina, Ons Jabeur, and returning Grand Slam champions like Petra Kvitová and Victoria Azarenka.
British Players
Several British players are set to compete at the Italian Open 2025:
- Men: Jack Draper (sixth seed), Jacob Fearnley, Joe Salisbury, Neal Skupski, Henry Patten, Harri Heliovaara, Julian Cash, Lloyd Glasspool, Cameron Norrie, Billy Harris
- Women: Emma Raducanu, Katie Boulter, Sonay Kartal, Olivia Nicholls, Jodie Burrage
Withdrawals and Replacements
Besides Novak Djokovic, Barbora Krejcikova has withdrawn from the Italian Open due to a back injury. Caroline Dolehide replaced Krejcikova on the entry list. Gael Monfils and David Goffin have also withdrawn from the tournament. Rinky Hijikata and Shang Junheng will replace Monfils and Goffin, respectively.
What to Expect
The Italian Open 2025 promises a blend of thrilling matches and a vibrant atmosphere. Fans can anticipate intense competition as players fine-tune their skills ahead of the French Open. The return of Jannik Sinner, combined with the presence of other top stars and emerging talents, ensures an exciting tournament.
How to Watch
Live coverage of the Italian Open will be available on Sky Sports Tennis, Sky Sports+, NOW, and the Sky Sports app.
The Venue
The tournament will take place at the Foro Italico in Rome, one of Italy’s largest sports complexes. The stadium has a capacity of over 10,500 spectators.
Italian Open Champions
- Women’s singles: Iga Swiatek (POL)
- Men’s singles: Alexander Zverev (GER)
- Women’s doubles: Sara Errani (ITA) & Jasmine Paolini (ITA)
- Men’s doubles: Marcel Granollers (ESP) & Horacio Zeballos (ARG)
With its rich history and world-class competition, the Italian Open 2025 is set to be a memorable event for tennis fans.
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