Last Updated on May 9, 2023
The 2023 Italian Open is set to be a premier tennis competition held on outdoor clay courts at Foro Italico in Rome, Italy, running from May 9 to May 21, 2023. This tournament marks the 80 edition and it is designated as an ATP Tour Masters 1000 event and a WTA 1000 event on their respective 2023 tours.
The Foro Italico tennis complex in Rome, Italy, has been hosting the annual Italian Open since 1935, and features various courts for different events and stages of the tournament. The centerpiece is the Center Court, a modern construction with seating for 10,500 spectators, while other notable courts include the Grandstand Arena, the historic Nicola Pietrangeli Stadium, and twelve secondary courts. With a total capacity of over 23,500 spectators, the complex is a premier destination for tennis enthusiasts and players, offering a mix of modern facilities and rich history.
2023 will be the first year that the men’s tournament extends to two weeks, and both the men’s and women’s singles draws will feature 96 players each.
ATP Rome Prize Money
The prize pool for the 2023 ATP Italian Open has experienced a significant increase to €7,705,780, a 42.29% growth from the 2022 season.
The Rome champion will earn slightly more than 14% of that sum, amounting to €1,105,265, while the runner-up will take home €580,000. After the semi-final round, the prize money sees a notable decrease, with the two semi-final losers receiving €308,790 each. Quarter-finalists will be awarded €161,525, and first-round losers will earn €16,340.
The following tables provide a comprehensive breakdown of the 2023 Masters event prize money distribution in Rome.
Singles
| Stage | Prize Money € EUR | Prize Money $ USD |
|---|---|---|
| Winner | €1,105,265 | $1,226,573 |
| Runner-up | €580,000 | $643,658 |
| Semifinal | €308,790 | $342,681 |
| Quarterfinal | €161,525 | $179,253 |
| Round of 16 | €84,900 | $94,218 |
| Round of 32 | €48,835 | $54,195 |
| Round of 64 | €27,045 | $30,013 |
| Round of 128 | €16,340 | $18,133 |
| Q2 | €8,265 | $9,172 |
| Q1 | €4,510 | $5,005 |
Doubles
| Stage | Prize Money € EUR | Prize Money $ USD |
|---|---|---|
| Winner | €382,420 | $419,486 |
| Runner-up | €202,850 | $222,511 |
| Semifinal | €108,190 | $118,676 |
| Quarterfinal | €54,840 | $60,155 |
| Round of 32 | €29,300 | $32,140 |
| Round of 64 | €15,780 | $17,309 |
ATP Rome Prize Money History
| Year | Prize Money |
|---|---|
| 2023 | €7,705,780 |
| 2022 | €5,415,410 |
| 2021 | €2,082,960 |
| 2020 | €3,465,045 |
| 2019 | €5,207,405 |
| 2018 | €4,872,105 |
| 2017 | €4,273,775 |
| 2016 | €3,748,925 |
| 2015 | €3,288,530 |
| 2014 | €2,884,675 |
WTA Rome Prize Money
The prize pool for the 2023 WTA Italian Open has experienced a significant increase to €3,572,618, a 41.36% growth from the 2022 season.
The Rome champion will earn slightly more than 14% of that sum, amounting to €521,754, while the runner-up will take home €272,200. After the semi-final round, the prize money sees a notable decrease, with the two semi-final losers receiving €143,490 each. Quarter-finalists will be awarded €73,930, and first-round losers will earn €7,828.
The following tables provide a comprehensive breakdown of the 2023 Masters event prize money distribution in Rome.
WTA Singles
| Stage | Prize Money € EUR | Prize Money USD |
|---|---|---|
| Winner | €521,754 | $600,017 |
| Runner-up | €272,200 | $313,030 |
| Semifinal | €143,490 | $165,014 |
| Quarterfinal | €73,930 | $85,020 |
| Round of 16 | €39,130 | $45,000 |
| Round of 32 | €22,700 | $26,105 |
| Round of 64 | €12,652 | $14,550 |
| Round of 128 | €7,828 | $9,002 |
| Q2 | €5,982 | $6,879 |
| Q1 | €3,310 | $3,807 |
WTA Rome Prize Money History
| Year | Prize Money |
|---|---|
| 2023 | €3,572,618 |
| 2022 | €2,527,250 |
| 2021 | €1,577,613 |
| 2020 | €1,692,169 |
| 2019 | €3,452,538 |
| 2018 | €2,703,000 |
| 2017 | €3,076,495 |
| 2016 | €2,399,000 |
| 2015 | €2,399,000 |
| 2014 | €2,120,000 |
ATP Italia Open Entry List Will Be Headed By Novak Djokovic
The tournament will feature prominent Italian tennis players, including Jannik Sinner, Lorenzo Musetti, and others.
A total of 96 players will compete in the singles category, while 32 will participate in doubles. The top-seeded players are Serbian Novak Djokovic and Spanish Carloz Alcaraz
In the 2022 event, Novak Djokovic emerged victorious, defeating Stefanos Tsitsipas in the final. This year, the Serbian tennis star will return to defend his title.
Seeds:
- Serbia Novak Djokovic
- Spain Carlos Alcaraz
- Daniil Medvedev
- Norway Casper Ruud
- Greece Stefanos Tsitsipas
- Andrey Rublev
- Denmark Holger Rune
- Italy Jannik Sinner
- United States Taylor Fritz
- Canada Félix Auger-Aliassime
- Karen Khachanov
- United States Frances Tiafoe
- United Kingdom Cameron Norrie
- Poland Hubert Hurkacz
- Croatia Borna Ćorić
- United States Tommy Paul
- Australia Alex de Minaur
- Italy Lorenzo Musetti
- Germany Alexander Zverev
- United Kingdom Dan Evans
- Spain Roberto Bautista Agut
- United States Sebastian Korda
- Netherlands Botic van de Zandschulp
- Argentina Francisco Cerúndolo
- Japan Yoshihito Nishioka
- Bulgaria Grigor Dimitrov
- Spain Alejandro Davidovich Fokina
- United States Ben Shelton
- Netherlands Tallon Griekspoor
- Serbia Miomir Kecmanović
- Spain Bernabé Zapata Miralles
- Czech Republic Jiří Lehečka
WTA Italia Open Entry List Will Be Headed By Iga Swiatek
The tournament will feature prominent Italian tennis players, including Martina Trevisan, Camila Giorgi and others.
A total of 96 players will compete in the singles category, while 32 will participate in doubles. The top-seeded players are Poland’s Iga Swiatek and Belorussia’s Aryna Sabalenka.
In the 2022 event, Iga Swiatek emerged victorious, defeating Ons Jabeur in the final. This year, the Polish tennis star will return to defend her title.
Seeds:
- Poland Iga Świątek
- Aryna Sabalenka
- United States Jessica Pegula
- Tunisia Ons Jabeur
- France Caroline Garcia
- United States Coco Gauff
- Kazakhstan Elena Rybakina
- Daria Kasatkina
- Greece Maria Sakkari
- Czech Republic Barbora Krejčiková
- Veronika Kudermetova
- Brazil Beatriz Haddad Maia
- Czech Republic Karolína Plíšková
- Victoria Azarenka
- Ekaterina Alexandrova
- Liudmila Samsonova
- Poland Magda Linette
- Italy Martina Trevisan
- United States Madison Keys
- Croatia Donna Vekić
- Latvia Jeļena Ostapenko
- China Zheng Qinwen
- Anastasia Potapova
- Canada Bianca Andreescu
- Belgium Elise Mertens
- Switzerland Jil Teichmann
- Czech Republic Marie Bouzková
- United States Bernarda Pera
- Croatia Petra Martić
- Ukraine Anhelina Kalinina
- Romania Irina-Camelia Begu
- Ukraine Marta Kostyuk
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ATP & WTA Italian Open: History Of The Competition
The Italian Open, also known as Internazionali BNL d’Italia, has a rich history dating back to the debut women’s tournament in 1930 held in Milan. Moving to Rome in 1935, it faced a long pause due to World War II and was only regularly played in Rome from 1950 onwards. The 1980s saw the tournament temporarily moved to Perugia for renovations, but it faced challenges due to decreased prize money and unprofessional refereeing. In the late 20th and early 21st centuries, men and women played at different times, but since 2009, ATP and WTA players have competed simultaneously in Rome. Since 2023, the event spans almost two weeks, with the women’s tournament lasting 12 days.
Held at the historic Foro Italico club, the tournament is part of the prestigious series alongside Indian Wells, Miami, and Madrid. Built under Mussolini’s regime between 1928 and 1938, the complex has hosted the 1960 Olympic Games, the 1990 FIFA World Cup, and the 2009 World Water Polo Forum. ATP Rome faced challenges in the 1980s due to poor officiating, with Nicola Pietrangeli being involved in several controversial incidents. However, under new management in 1982, the tournament underwent significant improvements, including the renovation of the Foro Italico stadium and the expansion of courts, helping to attract more tourists and restore the event’s reputation. Today, the central stadium can accommodate 10,400 spectators.
ATP 1000 Italian Open Ranking Points
The below tables give you a full breakdown of ranking points across the ATP 1000 event in Rome.
| Stage | Ranking Points |
|---|---|
| Winner | 1000 |
| Runner Up | 600 |
| Semifinalist | 360 |
| Quarterfinalist | 180 |
| Round of 16 | 90 |
| Round 2 | 45 |
| Round 1 | 10 |
WTA 1000 Italian Open Ranking Points
The below tables give you a full breakdown of ranking points across the WTA 1000 event in Rome
| Stage | Ranking Points |
|---|---|
| Winner | 1000 |
| Runner Up | 650 |
| Semifinalist | 390 |
| Quarterfinalist | 215 |
| Round of 16 | 120 |
| Round 32 | 65 |
| Round 64 | 35 |
| Round 96 | 10 |
FAQ:
Where is Italian Open Located?
The Italian Open can be found at Viale dei Gladiatori, 00135 Rome, Italy.
How many points is Italian Open tennis?
The Italian Open tennis tournament awards different numbers of points depending on the round. For example, the winner of the men’s and women’s singles finals in 2022 received 1000 points each.
What is the prize money for the BNL Rome?
The prize money for the BNL Rome, also known as the Italian Open, has significantly increased for both the ATP and WTA events in 2023. The ATP Italian Open has a prize pool of €7,705,780, while the WTA Italian Open has a prize pool of €3,572,618.
How much does the winner of the Rome Open get?
The men’s singles champion will earn €1,105,265, and the women’s singles champion will earn €521,754.
