ATP Tour and WTA 2025 Schedule of Play: Tuesday September 16 for Chengdu, Hangzhou and Seoul
LINK: WTA Seoul Schedule
The Asian hard-court swing is back in full force this September, bringing three must-watch tournaments to center stage: the Chengdu Open, the Hangzhou Open, and the Korea Open in Seoul. With ATP Tour and WTA stars chasing valuable points and late-season momentum, fans can expect a mix of high-intensity battles, fresh rivalries, and the unique energy of tennis in Asia. From Chengdu’s dynamic ATP Tour 250 field to Hangzhou’s rising opportunities and Seoul’s stacked WTA 500 lineup, the fall swing promises standout storylines and world-class competition across the board.
Daily Schedule of Play: Chengdu, Hangzhou & Seoul (Asian Hard-Court Swing)
Chengdu Open (ATP 250) — Chengdu, China
Dates: September 17–23, 2025
Daily Format Overview:
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First two days (Wed–Thu): Round 1 (Singles & Doubles)
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Midweek (Fri–Sat): Round 2 and Quarterfinals
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Weekend (Sun–Mon): Semifinals and Finals
Why to Watch Each Day:
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Wednesday–Thursday: Expect early-round clashes featuring top-seed matchups and local wildcards soaking up vibrant opening-day energy.
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Friday–Saturday: Intensity ramps up—think big-serving upsets and breakthrough performances.
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Sunday–Monday: The final stretch—high drama, headline-worthy battles, and title deciders.
Hangzhou Open (ATP 250) — Hangzhou, China
Dates: September 17–23, 2025
Day-by-Day Breakdown:
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Wed–Thu: Opening rounds; a mix of emerging hopefuls and seasoned campaigners sharpen for a run.
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Fri–Sat: Quarterfinal and semifinal action—great time to catch underdogs or big-name wobbles.
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Sunday–Monday: Grand finale with the most compelling matchups of the week.
Notable Highlight: Marin Cilic enters as the defending champion, bringing experience and star power to early rounds.
Korea Open (WTA 500) — Seoul, South Korea
Dates: September 15–21, 2025
Schedule Highlights:
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Monday, Sept 15 – Tuesday, Sept 16: First-round action kicks off. Expect marquee names in form-setting matches.
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Wednesday–Thursday: Round 2 and Quarterfinals—rivalries deepen and momentum builds.
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Friday–Saturday: Semifinals—top-tier matchups that set up compelling finals narratives.
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Sunday, Sept 21: Championship day—crowd and players collide for the WTA 500 crown.
Why is the photo that illustrates this article of a player who reached merely at the SF of the tournament and three years ago, instead of the defending champion or the #1 seed?