The world’s best tennis stars are set to descend on China for the Shanghai Masters, an ATP 1000 Masters event that begins this Wednesday.
Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz, who have split the four grand slams this season, will headline a 96-player singles draw. Jack Draper is the only current ATP Top 10 player who will be missing in action, due to an injury.
Meanwhile, four-time champion Novak Djokovic has confirmed his participation in the mega event and will be eyeing his record fifth Shanghai Masters title. All 32 seeds will receive a bye in the first round.
The Sporting News is on hand to bring you all you need to know to ensure you don’t miss a minute of the action.
When is Shanghai Masters 2025?
The 2025 Shanghai Masters first round begins on Wednesday, October 1, and runs through 12 days until Sunday, October 12 – culminating with the men’s singles final.
How to watch Shanghai Masters 2025 in US: TV channel, live stream
TV channel: Tennis Channel
Live stream: Fubo
Live TV coverage of Shanghai Masters 2025 is available on the Tennis Channel. Streaming options are available on Fubo.
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Shanghai Masters 2025 schedule
The Shanghai Masters 2025 will take place from Wednesday, October 1 to Sunday, October 12, with matches at show courts mostly beginning at 12:30 p.m. local time, which translates to 12:30 a.m. ET.
| Date | Events |
| Wednesday, October 1 | First Round |
| Thursday, October 2 | First Round |
| Friday, October 3 | Second Round |
| Saturday, October 4 | Second Round |
| Sunday, October 5 | Third Round |
| Monday, October 6 | Third Round |
| Tuesday, October 7 | Fourth Round |
| Wednesday, October 8 | Fourth Round |
| Thursday, October 9 | Quarterfinals |
| Friday, October 10 | Quarterfinals |
| Saturday, October 11 | Semifinals |
| Sunday, October 12 | Final |
Shanghai Masters 2025 prize money
The total prize money for grabs at Shanghai Masters 2025 is $9,193,538 with the singles winner set to take $1,124,360. Here’s the complete breakdown of the singles prize money:
- Winner: $1,124,360
- Finals: $597,890
- Semifinals: $332,160
- Quarterfinals: $189,075
- Fourth Round: $103,225
- Third Round: $60,400
- Second Round: $35,260
- First Round: $23,760
