In the golden autumn of Beijing, a tennis feast is in full swing at the National Tennis Center. On the evening of October 2, the men's singles final of the China Open became the focus of attention, as two rising stars from the 2000s generation—four-time Grand Slam champions Carlos Alcaraz and World No.1 Jannik Sinner—delivered an exhilarating showdown for fans both in the stadium and watching from home. This epic battle ignited the passion of the audience, bringing the match atmosphere to a peak. Later that night, Olympic women’s singles gold medalist Zheng Qinwen took centre stage, further energizing the crowd with her stunning performance.
According to the organizing committee of the China Open, on the evening of October 2, 29,000 people entered the venue, with Diamond Court completely sold out. The number of 13,274 spectators filled the stadium to witness this tennis spectacle, reaching 100% capacity. Even before this, the China Open had already reached several new attendance records. On September 28, the first weekend in the tournament welcomed a record-breaking 39,000 daily attendances. Three days later, on October 1, National Day, the daily attendance reached the peak, with all tickets sold out for Diamond Court, Lotus Court, and even the surrounding "fun experience tickets" for the outer courts. The total visitor flows at the National Tennis Center reached an astonishing 44,000, setting a new record for single-day attendance. As of now, all remaining matches for Capital Diamond Court are fully sold out.
Although the men's event has concluded, the women's tournament is entering its most exciting phase. Top players, including Paris Olympic gold medalist Zheng Qinwen, three-time Grand Slam winner Aryna Sabalenka, 2023 US Open champion Coco Gauff, 2023 French Open finalist Karolina Muchova, and former world No. 2 Paula Badosa, are all vying for the women’s singles title. In doubles, Chinese duo Yuan Yue and Tang Qianhui, Paris Olympic doubles champions Sara Errani and Jasmine Paolini, as well as the 2019 China Open doubles champions Sofia Kenin and Bethanie Mattek-Sands will show up, delivering thrilling matches to the audience.
In addition to top-tier professional matches, the China Open also hosts the highest-level junior international event, the ITF-J300 tournament. Running from October 1 to 6, this event has attracted many of the top junior players from around the world. As the highest-level J300 tournament among the ITF Junior Tour in China, the China Open junior event has long been a cradle for future tennis stars. Past winners include Wu Yibing and Wang Xinyu, who both respectively claimed singles and doubles titles in 2015 and 2016. This year's junior competition has also drawn many rising stars, including Zhang Ruien, Qu Yihan, Wei Zhangqian, and Shao Yushan, all of whom competed in the women’s singles qualifying draw through wild cards. Spectators can enjoy exciting matches on the outer courts and experience the charm of tennis while witnessing the future of the sport.
Besides, the China Open offers a rich culinary experience for fans. From the Diamond Corridor, Central Channel, and West Plaza to the Red Clay Garden, there are four major dining areas with over 30 food brands providing a variety of Chinese, Western, and Asian cuisines. Whether it’s a meal, snacks, or afternoon tea, fans will find their preference. Special China Open-themed tennis-shaped treats add to the tennis atmosphere while fans enjoy the food.
For those who haven't bought tickets yet, don't be disheartened. The China Open ticketing system offers a ticket resale service, allowing fans to check for available resale tickets through the official mini-program anytime, anywhere. Many fans have already successfully snagged tickets this way, sharing every exciting moment of this tennis party.
This year's China Open is a tennis feast, but also a grand festival for everyone. Here, spectators witness high-level professional matches and the rise of young talent while enjoying a full experience of food, culture, and entertainment. The influence of the China Open will continue to grow, injecting more confidence and hope into the future development of tennis in China.