Brandon Holt of USA secured his second ATP Challenger singles title of season by defeating Japan’s Shintaro Mochizuki 6-3, 6-3 in Bengaluru Open 2025 singles final.
With this victory, 26-year-old Holt, son of Tennis Hall of Famer Tracy Austin, became first American to win Bengaluru Open. This was ninth edition of ATP Challenger 125 tournament.
Key Highlights of Bengaluru Open 2025
Winners:
- Singles Champion: Brandon Holt (USA)
- Doubles Champions: Anirudh Chandrasekar (India) & Ray Ho (Taiwan)
Tournament Type:
- A professional tennis tournament played on hard courts.
- It was is part of ATP Challenger 125 series.
- This was 8th edition of the Bengaluru Open.
- The Bengaluru Open has evolved from a $50,000 event in 2015 to a Challenger 125 tournament, where winner now receives $200,000, reflecting its increased stature in the global circuit.
Upcoming Tournaments in India:
- The All India Tennis Association (AITA) has lined up 13 professional tournaments for the first quarter of the 2025 season, including one WTA 125 event and four ATP Challenger tournaments.
- These events collectively offer substantial prize money and ranking points, enhancing India’s presence in the international tennis arena.
About 2025 ATP Challenger Tour
- The ATP Challenger Tour serves as the secondary professional tennis circuit organized by the Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP).
- It provides a competitive platform for emerging talents and established players looking to regain form or improve their rankings.
- The 2025 edition features 88 tournaments (as of May 2025), with prize money ranging from $60,000 to $220,000.
- In 2025, the Challenger Tour is in its 48th edition, with the Challenger 125 series being among the highest tier in this circuit.
India’s Role in Hosting ATP & WTA Tournaments
India will host 13 professional tennis tournaments in 2025, including: 1 WTA 125 event and 4 ATP Challenger events
The All India Tennis Association (AITA) has secured global support to expand opportunities for both men and women players.
Prize Money & Ranking Points:
- Women’s tournaments: Worth $475,000, with 500 WTA ranking points on offer.
- Men’s tournaments: Worth $590,000, with 600 ATP ranking points available in the first quarter of the 2025 season.