European Open 2025 Full Match Schedule Revealed
The full schedule for the 2025 European Open has been officially released, revealing an action-packed week of tennis set to unfold at the Brussels Expo in Brussels from October 12 to 19, 2025. As Belgium’s premier ATP 250 event, the European Open once again promises a compelling mix of seasoned champions, emerging stars, and doubles specialists competing for glory on indoor hard courts.
The tournament, which has steadily grown in prestige since its debut in 2016, marks one of the final European stops before the ATP season’s year-end push. With qualification rounds kicking off on Sunday, October 12, and the finals scheduled for Sunday, October 19, fans can look forward to eight days of high-level tennis.
Sunday, October 12 – Qualification Begins
The opening day will be all about qualification, as players battle for the remaining main draw spots. Matches start at 12:00 PM on Centre Court and 11:30 AM on Court 1, with a full slate of first-round qualifying singles matches.
Each court will host four qualification encounters, giving rising talents and local wildcards a chance to secure their place in the main draw. For Belgian fans, it’s often a day to discover new names and witness some of the next generation’s brightest talents.
Monday, October 13 – Final Qualifying and Early Main Draw Action
Monday’s play begins at 11:00 AM, continuing with final qualifying rounds on both Centre Court and Court 1. The day will later transition into the main draw, as the Round of 32 in singles gets underway.
By the afternoon, spectators will see established ATP players take to the court for their opening matches. Notably, the first main draw doubles matches (Round of 16) will also debut on Monday evening, signaling the start of the doubles competition.
Tuesday, October 14 – Main Draw in Full Swing
The tournament truly comes alive on Tuesday, with matches scheduled from 11:00 AM onward across both courts. The day’s play features Round of 32 singles matches alongside doubles Round of 16 contests.
Centre Court will open with a doubles clash before shifting to singles action in the afternoon, while Court 1 will feature a steady stream of singles matches throughout the day. With multiple matches slated “not before” 06:00 PM, Antwerp’s evening crowd is in for a treat, with some of the top seeds expected to headline the night sessions.
Wednesday, October 15 – Round of 16 Battles Begin
Wednesday’s order of play blends late first-round matches with the start of the Round of 16 in singles and doubles. Action begins at 11:00 AM and continues well into the evening.
Centre Court opens with a doubles Round of 16 encounter, followed by two key Round of 16 singles matches. As the day progresses, players will be fighting not only for a place in the quarterfinals but also valuable ATP points crucial for the Race to Turin.
Thursday, October 16 – Quarterfinal Push
By Thursday, the field will have narrowed significantly, setting up the doubles quarterfinals and the final set of Round of 16 singles matches. The day begins at 11:30 AM, with both courts hosting doubles quarterfinals in the morning session.
Afternoon matches will feature intense singles showdowns, with players aiming to book their spots in Friday’s quarterfinals. Fans can expect high-stakes battles and the possibility of marquee matchups as top seeds collide with in-form challengers.
Friday, October 17 – Quarterfinal Friday
Friday’s play promises a dramatic day of tennis on Centre Court, starting at 12:00 PM. The session opens with a doubles semifinal, followed by a full lineup of singles quarterfinals running throughout the afternoon and evening.
The four singles matches are scheduled in succession, with the last quarterfinal not before 06:30 PM. This day typically delivers some of the tournament’s best tennis, as semifinal berths are on the line and the atmosphere in Antwerp reaches a fever pitch.
Saturday, October 18 – Semifinal Showdown
Semifinal Saturday brings the tournament’s defining moments. Action begins at 1:30 PM with the second doubles semifinal, followed by the two singles semifinals scheduled for not before 3:30 PM and 5:30 PM.
Expect world-class performances and high drama, as the last four players in the singles draw vie for a coveted spot in Sunday’s championship match. Past editions have seen nail-biters on this day, and the 2025 lineup is expected to deliver more of the same.
Sunday, October 19 – Finals Day
The week culminates on Sunday, October 19, with Finals Day on Centre Court. The doubles final begins at 2:00 PM, followed by the singles final at 4:30 PM, when a new European Open champion will be crowned.
The event traditionally closes with a vibrant trophy ceremony, celebrating both champions and the city of Antwerp’s ongoing commitment to hosting top-tier tennis.
Summary of Key Dates
- Oct 12–13: Qualification rounds and early main draw matches
- Oct 14–15: Round of 32 and Round of 16 action
- Oct 16: Doubles quarterfinals and remaining singles Round of 16
- Oct 17: Singles quarterfinals and doubles semifinals
- Oct 18: Singles and doubles semifinals
- Oct 19: Finals Day (Doubles Final 2:00 PM, Singles Final 4:30 PM)
