Current Tennis Tournaments in October 2025

By Sarah Miller · June 8, 2052

As of October 2025, the ATP and WTA tours are in full swing during the Asian and European indoor season. Key tournaments currently underway include the China Open (ATP 500 & WTA 1000) in Beijing, the Japan Open (ATP 500) in Tokyo, and the Korea Open (WTA 500) in Seoul.

Ongoing Tennis Tournaments in October 2025

Throughout October 2025, several major tennis events are taking place across Asia and Europe, marking a crucial phase in the lead-up to the ATP Finals. The top players on both the ATP and WTA tours are competing for ranking points and prize money in hard-court indoor and outdoor events.

Active ATP Tour Events

China Open – Beijing, China (ATP 500)
Japan Open – Tokyo, Japan (ATP 500)
Swiss Indoors – Basel, Switzerland (ATP 500, starting late October)
Erste Bank Open – Vienna, Austria (ATP 500, starting early November)

Active WTA Tour Events

China Open – Beijing, China (WTA 1000)
Korea Open – Seoul, South Korea (WTA 500)
Hua Hin Championships – Hua Hin, Thailand (WTA 250)

These tournaments serve as critical preparation for the season-ending WTA Finals in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, scheduled for November 2–9, 2025.

Key Players to Watch

Top-ranked athletes are actively participating in these events, aiming to fine-tune their games ahead of the year-end championships.

Notable ATP Competitors

Novak Djokovic (SRB) – Competing in Beijing
Carlos Alcaraz (ESP) – Playing in Tokyo
Jannik Sinner (ITA) – Expected in Basel
Daniil Medvedev (RUS) – Confirmed entry in Beijing

Top WTA Participants

Iga Świątek (POL) – Defending champion in Beijing
Aryna Sabalenka (BLR) – Participating in Seoul
Coco Gauff (USA) – Scheduled for China Open
Elena Rybakina (KAZ) – Likely to compete in late October events

Tournament	Location	Category	Surface	Dates	Prize Money (USD)	Singles Draw
China Open	Beijing, China	ATP 500 / WTA 1000	Hard (Outdoor)	Sept 28 – Oct 6, 2025	$3,250,000 / $8,920,000	56M / 64W
Japan Open	Tokyo, Japan	ATP 500	Hard (Outdoor)	Oct 20 – Oct 27, 2025	$2,182,000	32M
Korea Open	Seoul, South Korea	WTA 500	Hard (Outdoor)	Oct 13 – Oct 19, 2025	$922,573	32W
Hua Hin Championships	Hua Hin, Thailand	WTA 250	Hard (Outdoor)	Oct 14 – Oct 20, 2025	$275,094	32W
Swiss Indoors	Basel, Switzerland	ATP 500	Hard (Indoor)	Oct 20 – Oct 26, 2025	$2,436,000	32M

Table data source:ATP Tour, WTA Tour

The table highlights the current October 2025 tournaments, showing a mix of outdoor and indoor hard courts with significant prize pools. The China Open stands out with combined ATP 500 and WTA 1000 status, offering over $12 million in total prize money. Events like the Swiss Indoors attract elite male players preparing for the ATP Finals in Turin.

Road to the Year-End Finals

October is a pivotal month for players attempting to qualify for the prestigious season-ending championships. The ATP Finals in Turin and WTA Finals in Riyadh will feature only the top 8 singles players and doubles teams based on year-long performance.

Qualification Status (as of October 2025)

ATP Finals: Jannik Sinner, Carlos Alcaraz, Daniil Medvedev, and Alexander Zverev have secured spots. Remaining spots are contested by players like Taylor Fritz and Andrey Rublev.
WTA Finals: Iga Świątek, Aryna Sabalenka, Coco Gauff, and Elena Rybakina have qualified. Final spots are up for grabs among Jessica Pegula, Markéta Vondroušová, and Zheng Qinwen.

Frequently Asked Questions About Current Tennis Tournaments

What tennis tournament is happening right now in October 2025?

As of October 2025, the main ongoing tennis tournaments include the China Open in Beijing, Japan Open in Tokyo, Korea Open in Seoul, and the Hua Hin Championships in Thailand. These are part of the ATP and WTA tours leading into the year-end finals.

Where can I watch the current tennis tournaments live?

Live coverage of ongoing tournaments is available through official broadcasters such as Tennis Channel (USA), Sky Sports (UK), Eurosport (Europe), and network partners like Amazon Prime and ESPN+. Official ATP and WTA websites also offer live scoring and streaming options depending on your region.

Who won the China Open 2025 men's and women's titles?

The 2025 China Open concluded on October 6. Novak Djokovic won the men’s singles title, defeating Daniil Medvedev in the final. On the women’s side, Iga Świątek successfully defended her title by beating Aryna Sabalenka in three sets.

What is the next big tennis tournament after October 2025?

The next major event after October is the ATP Finals in Turin, Italy, scheduled from November 10–17, 2025. This is followed by the WTA Finals in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from November 2–9, 2025. Both feature the top eight players of the season.

Are any Grand Slam tournaments happening now?

No, there are no Grand Slam tournaments currently taking place. The last was the US Open in September 2025. The next Grand Slam is the Australian Open, set to begin on January 12, 2026, in Melbourne.