The 2025 Cincinnati Open: Improving on Tradition

The Cincinnati Open is a combined ATP Masters 1000 and WTA 1000 tennis tournament held annually in Mason, Ohio - just north of Cincinnati. Featuring the sport's top-ranked men's and women's players, the Cincinnati Open is among the world's most prestigious and historic tournaments, dating back to 1899. While the tournament is steeped in history, this year's event will feature extensive campus renovations ($260 million worth!), two full weeks of action and an elevated fan experience for all. Here's what you can expect!

Tournament Expansion: More Matches, More Days, More Action

One of the biggest changes for 2025 is the expansion of the tournament’s format:

• The event now runs 14 days, from August 5 to August 18, instead of the usual nine days. This means qualifying rounds begin on August 5–6, with finals concluding on Monday, August 18 .
• Both the ATP and WTA singles draws have been expanded from 56 to 96 players, aligning it with other elite events like the Indian Wells Open, Mutua Madrid Open, and Miami Open.

This extension means an opening weekend headlined by star players, filling out sessions with high-level tennis across more courts, and providing fans with what they want: more tournament action!

Star Power – Familiar Faces in 2025

The 2025 Cincinnati Open will feature the top 65 players from both the men's and women's tours.

• World No. 1s: Aryna Sabalenka (Belarus) and Jannik Sinner (Italy) will be defending their titles. 

• Past Champions: The field includes six other past champions: Novak Djokovic (2023, 2020, 2018), Coco Gauff (2023), Madison Keys (2019), Alexander Zverev (2021), Daniil Medvedev (2019), and Grigor Dimitrov (2017). 

Check out the full roster of athletes competing here.

Some Quick Numbers: 

Need a better idea of who will be playing this year? There will be 96 players in each singles field this year, up from 56 in 2024! The initial entrants include:

• Players from 37 nations! The most represented country this year? The United States, with 24 players. 

• Forty-nine players who have won a title this year are entered, and collectively they have won all 65 of this season’s tournaments.

• A total of 119 players who have won a title during their career, combining for 746 trophies.

• Sixteen players with college tennis experience, including former University of Kentucky standout Gabriel Diallo, and Mason, Ohio native Peyton Stearns.

Campus Transformation

The most noticeable change you can expect in 2025 is a MASSIVE campus transformation. The $260 million project, set to be unveiled at this year's tournament, brings world-class fan and player experiences to the site. Here's a look at what you can expect.

• A new, sunken “Champions Court”

  • That’s right – a brand new, sunken stadium – officially dubbed the “Champions Court”, with seating capacity of 2,000.

• An increase from 21 to 31 permanent courts! Plus, the site will include an additional six indoor tennis courts, six pickleball courts and two padel courts.

• New Fan Pavilion/Amenities

  • Fans can now enjoy a centrally located permanent fan pavilion with live entertainment, video boards, interactive zones and added dining/concession options

• New Player Clubhouse

  • A 56,000 square foot, two-story Clubhouse; featuring lounges, restaurants/dining options, wellness and recovery areas, coach locker rooms, and fitness facilities. This new center joins the existing Performance Center, which has also undergone renovations.

• Less asphalt and concrete – more greenery!

  • The entire campus has been transformed into a park-like oasis, with extensive landscaping improvements. This will help keep spectators cool in between matches.

• More Parking

  • The fans spoke and the developers listened! Fans can enjoy more parking, located just north of campus.

Campus FAQ's and Need-to-Knows

First time visiting the Lindner Family Tennis Center? We've got you covered. 

Dining

You'll have AMPLE options to choose from - ranging from casual to elevated. If you're in the mood to try something truly-Cincy, check out Graeter's, LaRosa's, or - of course - Skyline Chili. Some additional local offerings include Mazunte Taqueria, 50 West, Alfio's Buon Cibo, Lucius Q, and, if you're really feeling up to something decadent - Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse. 

Check out the full concessions offerings here.

Parking

Each ticket includes free public parking. Upon entering, an attendant will assist you as to where to park. Parking upgrades are available at an additional cost. 

Bag Policy

To ensure the safety of all attendants, the Tennis Center does observe a bag policy. Backpacks (with multiple compartments) are not allowed. All bags are subject to a search/screening upon arrival. 

Photo credit: Cincinnati Open

Any additional questions? Check out the venue's official FAQ list. 

About the Area

The Lindner Family Tennis Center is located in Mason, Ohio – about 30 minutes northeast of downtown Cincinnati. The city of Mason, especially near the Tennis Center, has many options for drinking, dining and lodging.

Plan your visit to the Cincy Region now!

Other Local Events

Experience all the Cincy Region has to offer during your trip by checking out one of these local events happening between August 5th - August 18th. Cheer on the Reds at Great American Ball Park, or FC Cincinnati at TQL Stadium. Check out some free, live music at Fountain Square or Smale Park - including a free performance by Midnight Star during the 37th Annual Black Family Reunion. Indulge in something delicious at the Great Inland Seafood Festival, or attend the 2025 Bengals Training Camp! Get your tickets now to see the incredible Stevie Nicks, or Nelly with Ja Rule. 

For a full list of things to do - visit our calendar of events.