2025 Chengdu Open Overview
As the 2025 US Open approaches, professional tennis players are already eyeing subsequent tournaments, including the upcoming 2025 Chengdu Open. This event, which kicked off in 2016 but faced a hiatus due to stringent COVID-19 regulations from 2020 to 2022, has become a staple in the ATP calendar. Having hosted six editions up to now, the Chengdu Open is renowned for its thrilling matches that often culminate in closely contested finals.
Historical Highlights
In its inaugural year, Karen Khachanov triumphed over Albert Ramos Vinolas in a tightly-fought match, prevailing 6-7, 7-6, 6-3. The champions of 2018 and 2019, Bernard Tomic and Pablo Carreno Busta, also battled through nail-biting deciding sets to secure their titles. Most recently, Alexander Zverev claimed victory in 2023, echoing Khachanov’s final score against Roman Safiullin. However, last year’s final delivered a different narrative when Shang Juncheng decisively overcame Lorenzo Musetti with a score of 7-6, 6-1.
2025 Tournament Details
Set to run from September 15 to 21—just a week post-US Open—the 2025 Chengdu Open will coincide with both the Hangzhou Open and the Laver Cup in San Francisco. Currently leading the entry list is British player Jack Draper, whose remarkable performance this season has seen him achieve a career-high ranking of world No. 4, thanks to his impressive victory at the 2025 Indian Wells Open. Draper also made headlines with a semifinal appearance at last year’s US Open, fading to tournament victor Jannik Sinner, solidifying his status among the top players.
Player Profiles
Draper, who has acquired three titles so far, won his first at the Stuttgart Open in 2024. His participation in the Chengdu Open as the likely top seed presents a significant opportunity for him to nab a fourth title.
Lorenzo Musetti, another strong contender at this year’s Chengdu Open, reached the finals last year but must have been disheartened by his loss, having entered that match as a favorite. Since suffering an injury during the French Open semifinal against Carlos Alcaraz, his performance has dipped, with only one win in his last five matches. He is aiming to regain his competitive edge at the US Open, where he might go unnoticed as a dark horse if he rediscovers his earlier form.
Gael Monfils‘s participation is an encouraging highlight for the tournament, as the charismatic Frenchman turns 39 the week of the Chengdu Open, yet continues to captivate audiences with his dynamic playing style. Tallon Griekspoor is another noteworthy name expected to be in attendance, known for his thrilling encounters with Zverev and for his entertaining and versatile gameplay.
The entry list also features other prominent players, including Cameron Norrie, Lorenzo Sonego, Brandon Nakashima, Sebastian Baez, and Nuno Borges, promising an exciting tournament ahead as the Chengdu Open prepares for another year of high-caliber tennis.
