2025 Zavarovalnica Sava Ljubljana
September 8 - September 14
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The 2025 Zavarovalnica Sava Ljubljana is a professional women’s tennis tournament played on outdoor clay courts. It is part of the WTA 125 tournaments, a series of events one level below the main WTA Tour. The tournament will be held at the Tivoli Tennis Center in Ljubljana, Slovenia, from September 8 to 14, 2025.1“Zavarovalnica Sava Ljubljana 2025 Overview”. wtatennis.com. Retrieved 6 September 2025.
Tournament Details
The 2025 Zavarovalnica Sava Ljubljana is a single-week event that features a singles draw of 32 players and a doubles draw of 16 teams. The total prize money for the tournament is $115,000, with a significant portion going to the champion. The event is a key stop on the women’s professional tennis calendar, providing valuable ranking points and prize money for up-and-coming players and those looking to improve their standing.
| Date | 8–14 September |
| Edition | 3rd |
| Draw | 32 Singles / 16 Doubles |
| Category | WTA 125 |
| Prize Money | $115,000 |
| Surface | Clay |
| Location | Ljubljana, Slovenia |
| Venue | Tivoli Tennis Center |
Tournament Links
| Official WTA Tournament Profile | ||
| Order of Play | Draws | Player List |
Player Field and Participants
The 2025 Zavarovalnica Sava Ljubljana is set to feature a strong field of competitors, including numerous Slovenian players. The top seed for the tournament is the defending champion, Jil Teichmann of Switzerland, who won the 2024 singles title by defeating Nuria Párrizas Díaz in the final.
The main draw will see Slovenian tennis stars Tamara Zidanšek and Kaja Juvan, who have both secured their spots based on their WTA rankings. The organizers have also granted wildcards to Polona Hercog, Dalila Jakupović, and Pia Lovrič, ensuring a strong local presence. In the qualifying rounds, wildcards have been extended to Kristina Novak and Alja Senica. Nika Radišič is listed as a reserve for both the main draw and the qualifiers. Many of these Slovenian players are also expected to compete in the doubles tournament.
In addition to the local talent, the tournament will host a variety of international players ranked between 100th and 200th in the WTA rankings. Confirmed participants include Anna Bondar (Hungary), Dalma Galfi (Hungary), Bernarda Pera (USA), and Ella Seidel (Germany), among others. This mix of established and up-and-coming players ensures a highly competitive event.2“Vrhunski tenis v Ljubljani – WTA Zavarovalnica Sava Ljubljana”. Teniška zveza Slovenije (in Slovenian). Retrieved 6 September 2025.
Tournament Schedule
The tournament kicks off on Sunday, September 7. The main action begins on Monday, with matches running throughout the week. The singles quarterfinal matches and the first doubles semifinal will take place on Friday. On Saturday, the second doubles semifinal will be played, followed immediately by both singles semifinals, which are scheduled to start no earlier than 1:30 PM.
The finals will be held on Sunday. The doubles final will begin at 12:00 PM, with the singles final scheduled for 1:30 PM.
Prize Money and Ranking Points
The prize money and ranking points distribution for the 2025 tournament are as follows:
Singles
| Result | Prize Money (USD) | Ranking Points |
| Winner | $15,500 | 125 |
| Finalist | $8,400 | 81 |
| Semifinalists | $5,300 | 49 |
| Quarterfinalists | $3,450 | 27 |
| Round of 16 | $2,000 | 15 |
| Round of 32 | $1,200 | 1 |
Doubles
| Result | Prize Money (USD) | Ranking Points |
| Winner | $5,700 | 125 |
| Finalist | $2,900 | 81 |
| Semifinalists | $1,700 | 49 |
| Quarterfinalists | $1,176 | 27 |
| Round of 16 | $850 | 1 |
Venue
The tournament is held at the Tivoli Tennis Center in Ljubljana, a well-regarded venue for outdoor clay-court tennis. The center is known for its high-quality courts and is situated in a picturesque location within the city, making it a popular spot for both players and spectators. The Tivoli Tennis Center has a history of hosting professional tennis events, including both ATP Challenger and WTA tournaments.
Tournament History
The history of professional women’s tennis in Ljubljana is marked by several periods of play, hiatus, and changes in tournament status. The event was first established as a WTA Tour event, holding that status from 2005 to 2010. During this time, it was a prominent fixture on the WTA calendar, attracting a mix of established and rising stars.
After a hiatus, the tournament was revived in 2021 as a WTA 250 event. This signified a return to the main WTA Tour, bringing higher prize money and ranking points, and attracting a more competitive field of players. This elevated status, however, was short-lived, lasting only two years before the tournament’s category was adjusted.
Since 2023, Ljubljana has hosted a WTA 125 event. While a step down from the WTA 250 level, the tournament continues to be a significant platform for players to compete on the international stage. The shift to a WTA 125 event has solidified its place on the calendar as a vital part of the professional women’s circuit, offering a consistent opportunity for players to earn points and climb the rankings. The 2025 tournament marks the third consecutive year it will be held as a WTA 125.
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Image Sources
- Panorama of Ljubljana Old Town with a Castle on a Hill: Photo by detait, from Pexels, licensed under a Creative Commons license.