The ATP Barcelona Open Banc Sabadell, also known as the Trofeo Conde de Godó, is set to take place from April 14 to April 20, 2025, at the prestigious Real Club de Tenis Barcelona in Barcelona, Spain. This ATP 500 event is one of the most historic tournaments on the ATP Tour, renowned for its clay-court battles and its role as a key warm-up event for the French Open. The 72nd edition of the tournament promises to deliver thrilling matches, featuring some of the world’s best players competing for glory.
Tournament Overview
Surface: Outdoor clay courts
Draw Size: Singles (32 players), Doubles (16 teams)
Prize Money: €2,889,200
Tournament Director: David Ferrer, a former top-10 player and Barcelona Open finalist
The Barcelona Open has a rich history, with past champions including legends like Rafael Nadal, Bjorn Borg, and Ivan Lendl. Nadal holds the record for the most singles titles at the event, with an incredible 12 victories.
Key Players
The 2025 edition boasts a star-studded lineup, including:
Carlos Alcaraz: The Spanish sensation and world No. 3 returns to his home tournament, aiming to reclaim the title he won in 2023.
Casper Ruud: The defending champion and world No. 6 will look to repeat his success after defeating Stefanos Tsitsipas in last year’s final.
Stefanos Tsitsipas: The Greek star and world No. 8 is a consistent performer on clay and a strong contender for the title.
Andrey Rublev: Ranked No. 9, Rublev’s powerful game makes him a threat on any surface.
Alex de Minaur: The Australian and world No. 10 brings his speed and tenacity to the clay courts.
Holger Rune: The Danish prodigy, ranked No. 12, continues to impress with his aggressive style and mental toughness.
Other notable entrants include Lorenzo Musetti, Arthur Fils, and wildcards such as Pablo Carreño Busta, Kei Nishikori, and Stan Wawrinka.
Schedule
Qualifying Rounds: April 12–13
Main Draw Matches: April 14–18
Semi-finals: April 19
Finals: April 20
Doubles Final: 1:00 PM local time
Doubles Final: 1:00 PM local time
Points and Prize Money Distribution
The tournament offers significant rewards for players:
Singles Winner: €535,185 and 500 ATP points
Finalist: €285,435 and 330 ATP points
Semi-finalist: €148,065 and 200 ATP points
Quarter-finalist: €77,395 and 100 ATP points
For doubles teams, the winners will receive €187,320 and 500 points.
Tournament Insights
The Barcelona Open is a crucial event for players looking to fine-tune their clay-court game ahead of Roland Garros. The slow surface and high bounce favor baseline players with strong topspin and endurance. Matches often feature long rallies and tactical battles, making it a favorite among fans of traditional clay-court tennis.
Defending Champions
Singles: Casper Ruud, who defeated Stefanos Tsitsipas 7-5, 6-3 in the 2024 final.
Doubles: Máximo González and Andrés Molteni, who triumphed in a thrilling final against Hugo Nys and Jan Zielinski.
