Rolex Shanghai Masters 2025 Full Schedule
Shanghai is once again gearing up to welcome the world’s tennis elite as the 2025 Rolex Shanghai Masters, an ATP Masters 1000 tournament, returns to the Qizhong Forest Sports City Arena. Renowned for its state-of-the-art facilities and vibrant atmosphere, the event is one of Asia’s premier tennis showcases and a vital stop on the ATP calendar. This year’s edition is scheduled to run from September 29 to October 12, 2025, promising fans an action-packed fortnight filled with singles and doubles matches featuring the game’s biggest names.
The Shanghai Masters, which first joined the ATP Masters 1000 series in 2009, has grown into one of the most important tournaments outside the four Grand Slams. For many players, it’s a decisive stop in the run-up to the ATP Finals, offering a valuable chance to gain ranking points and momentum at a crucial stage of the season. For fans, it’s a rare opportunity to see the sport’s top stars compete in Asia under one roof.
This year’s match schedule reveals a dynamic and demanding lineup of play across the tournament’s signature courts. The Center Court, Grandstand 2, and several other arenas will host dozens of matches each day in the early rounds before the action gradually narrows to the marquee showdowns of the later stages. The schedule also shows a balanced mix of day and evening sessions designed to accommodate local fans and global TV audiences alike.
Opening Rounds: September 29 – October 2
The 2025 tournament opens on Sunday, September 29, with an intensive day of singles action. Beginning at 12:00 p.m., a massive 24 singles matches are slated, spread across four matches on Center Court, four on Grandstand 2, and 16 on the outer courts. This marathon day ensures all qualifying players and early-round hopefuls get their chance under the Shanghai sun.
On Monday, September 30, the action continues with 12 singles matches starting at noon. By now, the main draw has taken shape and fans can expect a mix of top seeds and rising stars. The early days of the Shanghai Masters are always fertile ground for upsets, and 2025 should be no different.
From October 1 to October 2, the tournament enters a double-session format. Each day starts with a 12:30 p.m. session followed by evening play not before 6:30 p.m. Both days feature 14 singles matches, with two on Center Court, four on Grandstand 2, and six on other courts. This period is where fans can begin to see seeded players in action and potential third-round matchups emerge.
Mid-Tournament Surge: October 3 – October 6
The middle phase of the event from October 3 to October 6 is when doubles action officially joins the lineup alongside singles. On October 3, four singles matches are slated for the 12:30 p.m. session, followed by a busy evening session with 14 singles matches and four doubles matches across all courts.
October 4 stands out as one of the busiest days of the tournament. Starting at 12:30 p.m., fans will witness 18 singles matches and six doubles matches across the venue, including Center Court, Grandstand 2, and 16 outer courts. The evening matches not before 6:30 p.m. will ensure non-stop action well into the night.
From October 5 to October 6, the pace slows slightly but remains intense. Each day sees eight singles matches and six or four doubles matches, depending on the draw. With the field narrowing, fans can expect higher-quality matchups and perhaps the first major upsets of the tournament.
The Business End: October 7 – October 12
As the tournament progresses into its second week, the schedule reflects the slimming draw. October 7 includes four singles matches in the afternoon and four doubles matches in the evening. By October 8, only four singles and two doubles matches remain per session, indicating that quarterfinals are underway.
The final rounds begin on October 9, where just two singles matches and two doubles matches will take place. The following day, October 10, repeats the same structure but with fewer matches as semifinals approach: two singles and one doubles match starting at 12:30 p.m.
The penultimate day, October 11, features the last two singles and one doubles match at 14:00, setting the stage for the grand finale. Finally, on October 12, the 2025 Rolex Shanghai Masters will crown its champions with the singles and doubles finals. Scheduled for 14:00, the finals promise an electric atmosphere befitting Asia’s premier tennis event.
A Must-See on the ATP Calendar
This year’s schedule underscores why the Rolex Shanghai Masters is considered a crown jewel of the ATP Masters 1000 series. Its sprawling early rounds offer unmatched variety, while the second week condenses into marquee showdowns between the world’s best. The mix of singles and doubles also gives fans a chance to watch elite players in both formats — something not always possible at smaller tournaments.
Moreover, the event is an important marker on the tennis calendar. Held just weeks after the US Open and ahead of the European indoor swing, Shanghai often produces breakout performances and decisive ranking shifts. With the 2025 ATP season already shaping up to be one of the most competitive in recent years, the stakes in Shanghai will be even higher.
As anticipation builds, ticket sales are expected to be brisk, and global television coverage will bring the matches to millions of fans worldwide. Whether you’re watching from the stands of the Qizhong Arena or tuning in from afar, the 2025 Rolex Shanghai Masters promises two weeks of unforgettable tennis drama.
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