{"id":92428,"date":"2025-10-18T16:27:09","date_gmt":"2025-10-18T20:27:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/tennis\/?p=92428"},"modified":"2025-10-18T16:27:21","modified_gmt":"2025-10-18T20:27:21","slug":"erste-bank-vienna-open-2025-draw-prize-and-where-to-watch","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/tennis\/2025\/10\/18\/erste-bank-vienna-open-2025-draw-prize-and-where-to-watch\/","title":{"rendered":"Erste Bank Vienna Open 2025: Draw, Prize and Where to Watch"},"content":{"rendered":"

As the European indoor swing ramps up, the ATP Tour turns its focus to the Erste Bank Open<\/strong> in Vienna.<\/p>\n

Despite the absence of defending champion Jack Draper<\/a>, this year\u2019s tournament boasts a packed field featuring the highly anticipated return of Jannik Sinner to Austria. With so much talent on display, the event promises to be one of the most competitive of the season and serve as a crucial springboard for top players heading into the Rolex Paris Masters and the Nitto ATP Finals.<\/p>\n

Here\u2019s your complete guide to the Vienna Open 2025, covering the venue, field, prize money, and how to watch.<\/p>\n

Venue and Surface<\/h3>\n

The Vienna Open 2025 will take place at the Wiener Stadthalle<\/strong>, Austria\u2019s largest indoor arena, with a Center Court capacity of up to 9,000 spectators.<\/p>\n

The tournament is played on indoor hard courts<\/strong>, a surface that rewards flat, aggressive ball-strikers. Its quick pace and lower bounce favor players who like to take the ball early on a court that, in recent years, has been on the higher side of the court pace index.<\/p>\n

Star-Studded Line-Up<\/h3>\n

As things currently stand, five of the world\u2019s Top 10 players<\/strong> are set to compete in Vienna this year, headlined by the return of 2023 champion and current World No. 2 Jannik Sinner.<\/a><\/p>\n

Joining him are Alexander Zverev<\/a>, Lorenzo Musetti<\/a>, and Karen Khachanov. Alex de Minaur is also entered, though his participation remains uncertain due to a recently picked-up hip injury.<\/a><\/p>\n

In total, four former champions have entered the draw \u2014 Jannik Sinner, Alexander Zverev, Andrey Rublev, and Daniil Medvedev.<\/p>\n

Tournament Draw and Format<\/h3>\n

The Vienna Open runs from 20\u201326 October<\/strong>, featuring a 32-player main draw<\/strong> with no byes\u2014meaning every participant will need to win five matches to lift the trophy.<\/p>\n

The complete draw is as follows:<\/p>\n

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Prize Money and Ranking Points<\/h3>\n

The tournament offers a total prize purse of \u20ac2,736,875 (around $3.20 million USD)<\/strong>, with the champion earning \u20ac511,835 (approximately $599,000 USD)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

As part of the ATP 500 series<\/strong>, the winner will also collect 500 valuable ranking points, potentially making the difference for those still battling to qualify for the Nitto ATP Finals in Turin.<\/p>\n

Where to Watch<\/h3>\n

Fans around the world can tune in to watch Vienna\u2019s indoor action live:<\/p>\n

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  • United States:<\/strong> Tennis Channel<\/li>\n
  • Canada:<\/strong> TSN<\/li>\n
  • Australia:<\/strong> beIN Sports Australia<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    In Europe, coverage will be provided by:<\/p>\n

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    • United Kingdom:<\/strong> Sky UK<\/li>\n
    • Italy:<\/strong> Sky Italia<\/li>\n
    • France:<\/strong> Eurosport France<\/li>\n
    • Germany, Austria & Switzerland:<\/strong> Sky Deutschland<\/li>\n
    • Spain:<\/strong> Movistar<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Tennis TV will stream every match worldwide, allowing fans to watch live or on demand across all devices.<\/p>\n

      Final Word<\/h3>\n

      The Erste Bank Open in Vienna consistently delivers a mix of top-tier tennis, passionate crowds, and late-season storylines. With Jannik Sinner leading a high-powered field, expect nothing less than world-class competition and electric indoor tennis all week long.<\/p>\n

      Main Photo Credit: Susan Mullane-Imagn Images<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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