Last Updated on September 10, 2023
The Cincinnati Open also known as Western & Southern Open for sponsorship reasons is an ATP 1000 and WTA 1000 tennis tournament is getting ready to kick off at The Lindner Family Tennis Center in Mason, Ohio, United States.
Owned by Tennis for Charity, Inc., the center boasts a unique infrastructure featuring four permanent tennis stadia: Center Court, Grandstand Court, Court 3, and Court 10. This sets it apart as the sole global tennis venue outside of the Grand Slam locations to possess more than two fixed stadia. Constructed in various phases, Center Court, which originated in 1981 and underwent numerous expansions, has a seating capacity of 11,400. The Grandstand Court, completed in 1995, accommodates 5,000 spectators, while Court 3, finished in 2010, seats 4,000, and Court 10, which came into being in 1997 (previously named Court 3), holds 2,000 spectators.
This year marks the 122nd edition for men and the 95th edition for women of the Cincinnati Masters. From August 14 to August 20, 2023, tennis fans can look forward to some thrilling matches.
ATP Cincinnati Open Prize Money 2023
The prize pool for the ATP Western & Southern Open has increased for the 2023 tennis season. The total prize money came to $6,600,000, up 5.08% from the 2022 season. The champion in Cincinnati will receive just over 15% of that amount, $1,019,335 if he wins the trophy. The runner-up will also receive a handsome reward of $556,630 for his efforts. After the semifinals, the prize pool decreases significantly: the two losers in this round will each receive $304,375. Those eliminated in the quarterfinals will receive $166,020 for their efforts. Losers in the first round will receive $26,380.
The below tables give you a full breakdown of prize money for the ATP 1000 event in Cincinnati this year.
ATP Singles
| Stage | Prize Money $ USD | Prize Money € EUR |
|---|---|---|
| Winner | $1,019,335 | € 926,035 |
| Runner-up | $556,630 | € 505,682 |
| Semifinal | $304,375 | € 276,516 |
| Quarterfinal | $166,020 | € 150,824 |
| Round 3 | $88,805 | € 80,677 |
| Round 2 | $47,620 | € 43,261 |
| Round 1 | $26,380 | € 23,965 |
| Q2 | $13,515 | € 12,278 |
| Q1 | $7,080 | € 6,432 |
ATP Doubles
| Stage | Prize Money $ USD | Prize Money € EUR |
|---|---|---|
| Winner | $312,740 | €284,894 |
| Runner-up | $169,880 | €154,754 |
| Semifinal | $93,310 | €85,002 |
| Quarterfinal | $51,470 | €46,887 |
| Round 3 | $28,310 | €25,789 |
| Round 2 | $15,450 | €14,074 |
| Round 1 | $13,510 | €12,307 |
ATP Cincinnati Open Entry List Will Be Headed By Carlos Alcaraz
The event will feature the participation of notable figures in American tennis such as Taylor Fritz, Frances Tiafoe, Tommy Paul, John Isner, Brandon Nakashima, Christopher Eubanks and others.
In singles, the trophy will be contested by 56 athletes, while 16 will take part in the doubles event. The top seeds are the Spanish Carlos Alcaraz and Serb Novak Djokovic.
The last event in 2022 was won by Borna Coric, beating Stefanos Tsitsipas in the final. A Croatian tennis player, Borna Coric, will defend his title this year.
| Seed | Name | Current Ranking | Entry Ranking |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Carlos Alcaraz | 1 | 1 |
| 2 | Novak Djokovic | 2 | 2 |
| 3 | Daniil Medvedev | 3 | 3 |
| 4 | Casper Ruud | 4 | 4 |
| 5 | Stefanos Tsitsipas | 5 | 5 |
| 6 | Holger Rune | 6 | 6 |
| 7 | Andrey Rublev | 7 | 7 |
| 8 | Jannik Sinner | 8 | 8 |
| 9 | Taylor Fritz | 9 | 9 |
| 10 | Frances Tiafoe | 10 | 10 |
| 11 | Karen Khachanov | 11 | 11 |
| 12 | Felix Auger-Aliassime | 12 | 12 |
| 13 | Cameron Norrie | 13 | 13 |
| 14 | Tommy Paul | 14 | 14 |
| 15 | Borna Coric | 15 | 15 |
| 16 | Lorenzo Musetti | 16 | 16 |
ATP 1000 Cincinnati Open Ranking Points
The below tables give you a full breakdown of ranking points across the ATP 1000 event in Cincinnati.
| Stage | Ranking Points |
|---|---|
| Winner | 1000 |
| Runner Up | 600 |
| Semifinalist | 360 |
| Quarterfinalist | 180 |
| Round of 16 | 90 |
| Round 2 | 45 |
| Round 1 | 10 |
ATP Cincinnati Open Prize Money History
In the table below we have collected data on how prize money in this tournament has changed in recent years.
| Year | Prize Money |
|---|---|
| 2023 | $6,600,000 |
| 2022 | $6,280,880 |
| 2021 | $4,845,025 |
| 2020 | $4,222,190 |
| 2019 | $6,056,280 |
| 2018 | $5,669,360 |
| 2017 | $4,973,120 |
| 2016 | $4,362,385 |
| 2015 | $3,862,665 |
| 2014 | $3,356,715 |
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WTA Cincinnati Open Prize Money 2023
The prize money purse at the WTA Western & Southern Open has increased for the 2023 tennis season. The total prize money came to – $2,788,468, up 10.34% from 2022. The champion in Cincinnati will receive just over 16% of that total – $454,500 if she wins the trophy. The runner-up will receive a small payout, pocketing $267,690 for her efforts. There is a significant drop off in prize money after the semi-final stage, with the two losing players in that round taking home $138,000 each. Those eliminated in the quarter-finals will receive $63,350 for their efforts. First-round losers will walk away with $12,848
The below tables give you a full breakdown of prize money for the WTA 1000 event in Cincinnati this year.
WTA Singles
| Stage | Prize Money $ USD | Prize Money € EUR |
|---|---|---|
| Winner | $454,500 | €414,520 |
| Runner-up | $267,690 | €244,142 |
| Semifinal | $138,000 | €125,861 |
| Quarterfinal | $63,350 | €57,777 |
| Round 3 | $31,650 | €28,866 |
| Round 2 | $17,930 | €16,353 |
| Round 1 | $12,848 | €11,718 |
| Q2 | $7,650 | €6,977 |
| Q1 | $4,000 | €3,648 |
WTA Montreal Open Entry List Will Be Headed by Iga Swiatek
The event will feature the participation of notable figures of American tennis such as Jessica Pegula, Coco Gauff, Madison Keys, Danielle Collins, Sloane Stephens, Bernarda Pera.
In singles, the trophy will be contested by 56 athletes, while 16 will take part in the doubles event. The top seeds are the American Iga Swiatek and the Belorussian Aryna Sabalenka.
The last event in 2022 was won by Caroline Garcia, beating Petra Kvitová in the final. A French tennis player, Caroline Garcia, will defend her title this year.
| Seed | Name | Entry Ranking |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Iga Swiatek | 1 |
| 2 | Aryna Sabalenka | 2 |
| 3 | Elena Rybakina | 3 |
| 4 | Jessica Pegula | 4 |
| 5 | Caroline Garcia | 5 |
| 6 | Ons Jabeur | 6 |
| 7 | Coco Gauff | 7 |
| 8 | Petra Kvitova | 8 |
| 9 | Maria Sakkari | 9 |
| 10 | Marketa Vondrousova | 10 |
| 11 | Daria Kasatkina | 11 |
| 12 | Barbora Krejcikova | 12 |
| 13 | Beatriz Haddad Maia | 13 |
| 14 | Veronika Kudermetova | 14 |
| 15 | Belinda Bencic | 15 |
| 16 | Madison Keys | 16 |
WTA Cincinnati Open Prize Money History
In the table below we have collected data on how prize money in this tournament has changed in recent years.
| Year | Prize Money |
|---|---|
| 2023 | $2,788,468 |
| 2022 | $2,527,250 |
| 2021 | $2,114,989 |
| 2020 | $2,250,829 |
| 2019 | $2,944,486 |
| 2018 | $2,874,299 |
| 2017 | $2,836,904 |
| 2016 | $2,804,000 |
| 2015 | $2,701,240 |
| 2014 | $2,567,000 |
WTA 1000 Montreal Open Ranking Points
The below tables give you a full breakdown of ranking points across the WTA 1000 event in Toronto.
| Stage | Ranking Points |
|---|---|
| Winner | 900 |
| Runner Up | 585 |
| Semifinalist | 350 |
| Quarterfinalist | 190 |
| Round of 16 | 105 |
| Round 2 | 60 |
| Round 1 | 1 |
FAQ:
How much does the winner earn at the WTA Cincinnati Open?
The champion of the WTA Cincinnati Open in 2023 will receive a prize of $454,500, which is equivalent to €412,189.
How much does the runner-up earn at the WTA Cincinnati Open?
The runner-up at the WTA Cincinnati Open in 2023 will receive a prize of $267,690, which is equivalent to €242,770.
How much does the runner-up earn at the ATP Cincinnati Open?
The runner-up at the ATP Cincinnati Open in 2023 will receive a prize of $556,630, which is equivalent to €508,417.
How much does the winner earn at the ATP Cincinnati Open?
The champion of the ATP Cincinnati Open in 2023 will receive a prize of $1,019,335, which is equivalent to €931,044.
Where is the Western & Southern Open?
The Cincinnati Open is held at the the Lindner Family Tennis Center located at the 5460 Courseview Dr, Mason, OH 45040, USA.
Is the Western & Southern Open a WTA 1000 tournament?
Yes, the Western & Southern Open is classified as a WTA 1000 tournament, which is part of the Women’s Tennis Association (WTA Tour).
Is the Western & Southern Open an ATP 1000 tournament?
Yes, the Western & Southern Open is an ATP 1000 hard-court event, that holds significant importance in both American tennis and the social calendar of Cincinnati.
What type of court is the Cincinnati Open?
The Cincinnati Open is played on outdoor hard courts at the The Lindner Family Tennis Center in Cincinnati.
What is the Cincinnati Open?
The Cincinnati Open, branded as the Western & Southern Open for sponsorship reasons, is an outdoor hard court tennis tournament.
When is the Western & Southern Open 2023?
The Western & Southern Open 2023 will be played from 13–20 August 2023.
Who won the Western & Southern Open 2022?
- Men’s singles: Borna Coric
- Women’s singles: Caroline Garcia
- Men’s doubles: Joe Salisbury, Rajeev Ram
- Women’s doubles: Lyudmyla Kichenok, Jeļena Ostapenko
