Last Updated on November 5, 2023
The ATP Sofia Open 2023 is gearing up to be a tennis spectacle with a prize money of €562,815 and star-studded entries like Lorenzo Musetti and Adrian Mannarino. Taking place from November 6-11 at the Arena Sofia, the champion will pocket €85,605. Want to know who else is competing and how the prize money stacks up? Read our full article for all the details.
The 2023 Sofia Open, a men’s indoor tennis tournament, is set for its eighth run as part of the ATP 250 category on the ATP Tour. The games are scheduled to be held at the Arena Sofia in Sofia, Bulgaria, from November 6 to November 11, 2023. This event takes the place of the canceled Tel Aviv Open, which was called off because of a war in that area.
The Arena Sofia, known as “Arena Armeec Sofia,” is a top-notch, modern sports hall in Europe, built to meet international standards. It can seat 12,373 people, with special areas for 206 VIPs and 96 spots for the press. The arena is designed to host over 25 different sports.
Sofia Open Prize Money
The prize pool for the ATP Sofia Open has increased for the 2023 tennis season. The total prize money came to – €562,815, up 5.3%% from the 2022 season. The champion in Sofia will receive just over 15% of that amount, €85,605 if he wins the trophy. The runner-up will also receive a handsome reward of €49,940 for his efforts. After the semifinals, the prize pool decreases significantly: the two losers in this round will each receive €29,355. Those eliminated in the quarterfinals will receive €17,010 for their efforts. Losers in the first round will receive €6,035.
The tables below give you a full breakdown of prize money for the ATP 250 event in Sofia this year.
Singles
| Stage | Prize Money € EUR | Prize Money $ USD |
|---|---|---|
| Winner | €85,605 | $91,905 |
| Runner-up | €49,940 | $53,615 |
| Semifinal | €29,355 | $31,515 |
| Quarterfinal | €17,010 | $18,262 |
| Round 2 | €9,880 | $10,607 |
| Round 1 | €6,035 | $6,479 |
| Q2 | €3,020 | $3,242 |
| Q1 | €1,645 | $1,766 |
Doubles
| Stage | Prize Money € EUR | Prize Money $ USD |
|---|---|---|
| Winner | €29,740 | $31,929 |
| Runner-up | €15,910 | $17,081 |
| Semifinal | €9,330 | $10,017 |
| Quarterfinal | €5,220 | $5,604 |
| Round 1 | €3,070 | $3,296 |
Sofia Open Entry List Will Be Headed By Lorenzo Musetti
The Sofia Open will see Bulgarian tennis stars Dimitar Kuzmanov and Alexandar Lazarov play this year. The tournament has 28 players competing in singles and 16 teams in doubles. Italy’s Lorenzo Musetti and France’s Adrian Mannarino are the highest-ranked players expected to play.
Swiss player Marc-Andrea Huesler won the last Sofia Open in 2022. He defeated Holger Rune with scores of 6-4, 7-6(8) to win his first big tournament.
After his win, Huesler shared, “It was an amazing match. I’m speechless. It was intense. I just kept my focus, stayed calm, and I’m super happy that I won.”
This year, Huesler will try to win the Sofia Open again, but first, he must get through the qualifying rounds.
Sofia Open Prize Money History
In the table below you can see how the prize money has changed in the last draws of this tournament.
| Year | Sofia Open Total Prize Money |
|---|---|
| 2023 | €562,815 |
| 2022 | €534,555 |
| 2021 | €419,470 |
| 2020 | €325,615 |
| 2019 | €524,340 |
| 2018 | €501,345 |
| 2017 | €482,060 |
| 2016 | €463,520 |
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ATP Sofia Open Ranking Points
The below tables give you a full breakdown of ranking points across the ATP 250 event in Tel Aviv.
| Stage | Ranking Points |
|---|---|
| Winner | 250 |
| Runner Up | 150 |
| Semifinal | 90 |
| Quarterfinal | 45 |
| Round 2 | 20 |
| Round 1 | 0 |
FAQ:
How much does the winner earn at the Sofia Open?
The champion of the Sofia Open in 2023 will receive a prize of €85,605, which is equivalent to $91,905.
How much does the runner-up earn at the Sofia Open?
In 2023, the player finishing second at the Sofia Open will be awarded €49,940 converting to about $53,615.
Where is the Sofia Open?
The Sofia Open is held at Arena Sofia at Joy Station 3 Akad. Stefan Mladenov Sofia Bulgaria.
Is the Sofia Open an ATP 250 tournament?
Yes, the Sofia Open is classified as an ATP 250 tournament, which is part of the Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP) Tour.
What is the surface of the Sofia Open?
The surface of the Sofia Open is hard. This tournament is played indoors at the at the Arena Sofia in Sofia, Bulgaria.
When is the ATP Sofia Open?
The ATP Sofia Open 2023 will be played from 6–11 November 2023.
Who won the ATP Sofia Open 2022?
- Men’s singles: Marc-Andrea Husler
- Men’s doubles: Rafael Matos, David Vega Hernandez
What is the ATP Sofia Open?
The ATP Sofia Open is an indoor hard-court ATP 250 tennis tournament.
