2027 ASB Classic
January 4, 2027 – January 16, 2027 NZDT
The ASB Classic is a premier international tennis tournament held annually in January at the ASB Tennis Centre in Stanley Street, Auckland, New Zealand. Played on outdoor hard courts, the event serves as a critical stop in the southern hemisphere summer swing ahead of the Australian Open.
With origins dating back to 1956, the tournament operates across back-to-back weeks in early January:
- Women’s Event (WTA 250): Features a 32-player singles draw held during the opening week of the professional season.
- Men’s Event (ATP 250): Features a 28-player singles draw staged the following week in the immediate lead-up to Melbourne.
Renowned for its boutique stadiumThe ASB Classic is a long-standing professional tennis tournament held annually at the ASB Tennis Centre in Auckland, New Zealand. Played on outdoor hard courts during the first two weeks of January, the event serves as a premier warm-up stop in the lead-up to the Australian Open.
Operating as two back-to-back single-week tournaments, the ASB Classic kicks off with a WTA 250 event for women, followed immediately by an ATP 250 event for men. Renowned for its intimate stadium atmosphere and summer festival vibe, the tournament routinely draws top-ranked international stars seeking crucial match play and world ranking points before the season’s first Grand Slam.
ASB Classic 2027
Manuka Doctor Arena, Auckland, New Zealand
The 2027 ASB Classic returns to Auckland, New Zealand, from January 4 to 16, bringing two weeks of professional tennis to the Manuka Doctor Arena. The tournament features a WTA 250 women’s event from January 4–10, followed by an ATP 250 men’s event from January 11–16. Both competitions take place on outdoor hard courts as players prepare for the Australian Open.
Tournament at a Glance
Key information about the 2027 ASB Classic in Auckland.
The 2027 ATP Tour calendar confirms a 28-player singles main draw. The WTA 2027 draw size and full prize money details will be updated when officially released.
Two Weeks of Tennis
Women’s Week takes place first, followed by Men’s Week.
Qualifying dates follow the tournament’s published FAQ and should be rechecked against the final 2027 order of play. All dates use Auckland local time.
Explore the Tournament
Find schedules, draws, prize money, final results and viewing information.
Dedicated TTC tournament guides will be linked here as they are published. Tickets are sold through Flicket, the tournament’s official ticketing provider.
Players Confirmed for 2027
Early player announcements from the tournament organisers.
Defending Champions
The four title-winning teams and players from the 2026 ASB Classic.
All four results are from the completed 2026 tournament. Svitolina and Menšík have been announced for the 2027 edition.
ASB Classic 2027 Schedule
Tournament windows, qualifying dates and expected finals days.
| Dates | Competition | Stage |
|---|---|---|
| January 3–4 | WTA | Qualifying |
| January 4–10 | WTA | Women’s Main Draw |
| Sunday, January 10 | WTA | Women’s Finals Day |
| January 10–11 | ATP | Qualifying |
| January 11–16 | ATP | Men’s Main Draw |
| Saturday, January 16 | ATP | Men’s Finals Day |
All dates and match times are in Auckland local time (NZDT, UTC+13). Rain or other delays may affect the daily order of play.
Prize Money and Ranking Points
Separate prize money distributions for ATP 250 and WTA 250 competition.
The ASB Classic features two professional tournaments, each with its own prize money distribution. The ATP men’s event and WTA women’s event both belong to the 250 category of their respective tours.
The singles champions receive 250 ATP or WTA ranking points, respectively. Other players earn points according to their results and the applicable tour regulations.
The complete prize money tables, including singles and doubles payouts and ranking points, will be covered in a separate TTC guide.
Recent Singles Champions
Auckland’s men’s and women’s singles champions since 2024.
| Year | WTA Champion | ATP Champion |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Elina Svitolina | Jakub Menšík |
| 2025 | Clara Tauson | Gaël Monfils |
| 2024 | Coco Gauff | Alejandro Tabilo |
About the ASB Classic
New Zealand’s Premier Tennis Tournament
The ASB Classic is New Zealand’s leading international professional tennis tournament. Held every January in Auckland, the event welcomes players from the ATP and WTA Tours for two consecutive weeks of hard-court competition.
Unlike many combined tournaments, the ASB Classic holds its women’s and men’s competitions in separate weeks. The WTA 250 event opens the tournament, followed by the ATP 250 event during the week immediately before the Australian Open.
A History Dating Back to 1956
International tennis in Auckland dates back to 1956, when an international invitational tournament was first staged at Stanley Street.
Over the decades, the tournament has welcomed some of the biggest names in tennis, including Rod Laver, Roy Emerson, Margaret Court, Björn Borg, Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, Serena Williams and Venus Williams.
New Zealand’s Ruia Morrison remains a particularly important figure in the tournament’s history. She won the women’s singles title in 1959 and 1960, becoming the only New Zealand woman to have won the Auckland singles crown.
More recently, Serena Williams won the women’s singles title in 2020, which became the final WTA singles title of her career. Gaël Monfils, Coco Gauff and Elina Svitolina are among the tournament’s other notable recent champions.
Manuka Doctor Arena
The ASB Classic is held at the Manuka Doctor Arena, the historic tennis complex on Stanley Street in central Auckland.
The venue includes Centre Court and additional hard courts used for professional matches, qualifying rounds and practice sessions. Its compact stadium atmosphere allows fans to watch professional tennis from relatively close range.
The venue has undergone several upgrades over the years, including improvements to seating and spectator facilities.
More Than a Tennis Tournament
Beyond the matches, the ASB Classic is known for its summer festival atmosphere. Spectators can enjoy food, entertainment, hospitality areas, large screens and other activities around the venue.
The 2026 edition delivered record crowds and sold-out sessions, underlining the tournament’s importance to Auckland’s summer sporting calendar.
Road to the Australian Open
For ATP and WTA players, the ASB Classic offers valuable competitive preparation for the Australian Open in Melbourne.
The 2027 men’s tournament concludes on January 16, one day before the Australian Open main draw is scheduled to begin.
Auckland gives players a chance to build match fitness, gain ranking points and adapt to outdoor hard-court conditions before the first Grand Slam tournament of the season.
For more events throughout the men’s season, explore the 2027 ATP Tour Calendar .
Tickets and Visiting Information
How to attend the tournament at Manuka Doctor Arena.
Where to Buy Tickets
Official tickets for the 2027 ASB Classic are available through Flicket, the tournament’s authorised ticketing provider.
Tickets may also be available at the tournament box office, depending on availability. Fans are encouraged to purchase through official channels.
Grounds Passes and Qualifying
Grounds Passes provide access to the outer match courts, including Grandstand Court and Court 2, but do not include a reserved Centre Court seat.
Qualifying matches can be watched with a valid Grounds Pass. The tournament currently lists women’s qualifying for January 3–4 and men’s qualifying for January 10–11, subject to final confirmation.
Grounds Pass holders can also enjoy the tournament’s public hospitality and entertainment areas.
Day and Night Sessions
The ASB Classic normally offers day and night sessions during both tournament weeks, along with twilight sessions for selected women’s matches.
Tickets are sold for specific dates and sessions rather than individual players. The official order of play is normally published the day before the scheduled matches.
Getting to Manuka Doctor Arena
The venue is located at 1 Tennis Lane, Parnell, Auckland, New Zealand.
Public transport is one of the easiest ways to reach the venue. Fans can travel to Britomart Transport Centre and walk to the arena via Customs Street, Beach Road and Stanley Street.
Bus services also stop close to the stadium, while visitors travelling by ferry can walk from the Downtown Ferry Terminal.
Parking near the venue is limited, so spectators should allow extra travel time and check transport arrangements before attending.
Weather and Match Delays
As the tournament is played on outdoor hard courts, rain may affect match schedules.
Visitors should check the latest order of play and official ticket conditions before arriving. The tournament has a rain refund policy, subject to specific conditions published by the organisers.
Official Tournament Resources
Official websites for tickets, schedules, tournament updates and visitor information.
- ASB Classic Official Website
- Tennis Auckland
- ATP Tournament Profile
- WTA 2027 Tournament Page
- Official Scores and Draws
- Official Tickets
- Tournament FAQ
- Getting Here and Parking
Some official pages may still contain information from the 2026 edition. Always check the latest event updates before making travel arrangements.