THE International BNL d’Italia, or Italian Open, is a combined ATP Masters 1000 and WTA 1000 tournament. It takes place in Italy on the courts of the Foro Italico sports complex. Located in the north of Rome, in the Della Vittoria district, the complex was built between 1928 and 1938 and hosted the 1960 Olympic Games. The tennis courts are therefore located right next to the Rome Olympic stadium.
The stadium address is: Viale del Foro Italico, 00135 Roma RM, Italy.
When does the tournament take place?
The ATP Masters Series edition of the Italian Open 2022 will see the main draw begin on Sunday, May 8, with the final scheduled for the following Sunday, May 15.
The WTA edition of the Italian Open 2022 will begin on May 9 and continue until May 15.
What surface is the Italian Open played on?
The Internazionali BNL d’Italia is played on outdoor clay courts. This is the last major tune-up event before Roland Garros.
Who are the reigning Italian Open champions?
In 2021, Rafael Nadal defeated Novak Djokovic 7-5, 1-6, 6-3 to win a record 10th title at the Rome Masters. In the women’s final, Iga Swiatek beat Karolina Pliskova 6-0, 6-0 to win her first title in Rome.
In doubles, Nikola Mektic/Mate Pavic beat Rajeev Ram/Joe Salisbury 6-4, 7-6 to win the men’s title while Sharon Fichman/Giuliana Olmos lifted the women’s trophy with a score of 4-6, 7 -5, 10. -5 victory against Kristina Mladenovic and Marketa Vondrousova.
How many times has Rafael Nadal won in Rome?
Rafael Nadal won the men’s singles titles in Rome 10 times – the most of any player in the history of the tournament. The Spaniard won the title in 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2010, 2012, 2013, 2018, 2019 and 2021.
He also reached the final two other times – in 2011 and 2014, losing to Djokovic each time.
American legend Chris Evert leads the rankings for most women’s singles titles, having triumphed in Rome on five occasions – 1974, 1975, 1980, 1981 and 1982.
Who were the previous winners of the Italian Open?
In men’s singles, the winners of the Masters 1000 in Madrid over the last 15 editions have been:
- 2021 – Rafael Nadal
- 2020 – Novak Djokovic
- 2019 – Rafael Nadal
- 2018 – Rafael Nadal
- 2017 – Alexander Zverev
- 2016 – Andy Murray
- 2015 – Novak Djokovic
- 2014 – Novak Djokovic
- 2013 – Rafael Nadal
- 2012 – Rafael Nadal
- 2011 – Novak Djokovic
- 2010 – Rafael Nadal
- 2009 – Rafael Nadal
- 2008 – Novak Djokovic
- 2007 – Rafael Nadal
- 2006 – Rafael Nadal
- 2005 – Rafael Nadal
In women’s singles, the winners over the same period were:
- 2021 – Iga Swiatek
- 2020 – Simona Halep
- 2019 – Karolina Plíšková
- 2018 – Elina Svitolina
- 2017 – Elina Svitolina
- 2016 – Serena Williams
- 2015 – Maria Sharapova
- 2014 – Serena Williams
- 2013 – Serena Williams
- 2012 – Maria Sharapova
- 2011 – Maria Sharapova
- 2010 – María José Martínez Sánchez
- 2009 – Dinara Safina
- 2008 – Jelena Janković
- 2007 – Jelena Janković
- 2006 – Martina Hingis
- 2005 – Amélie Mauresmo
What is the print size?
The men’s draw will feature 56 players in singles and 32 teams in doubles. Meanwhile, the women’s event will feature 64 players in singles and 28 teams in doubles.
How many ranking points can players earn in Rome?
For men, as for the other Masters 1000, ATP Points are distributed as follows:
- Title: 1000 points
- Final: 600 points
- Semi final: 360 points
- Quarterfinal: 180 points
- Round of 16: 90 points
- 2nd round: 45 points
- 1st round: 10 points
For women, WTA Points in Rome are distributed as follows:
- Title: 900 points
- Final: 620 points
- Semi final: 395 points
- Quarterfinal: 225 points
- Round of 16: 125 points
- 2nd round: 70points
- 1st round: 1 point
What is the prize money for the Italian Open 2022?
The WTA event in Rome offers total player compensation of $2,527,250 while the ATP event offers prize money of €4,332,325.
Will Russian and Belarusian players be allowed to play in Rome?
The discussion around allowing Russian and Belarusian players to participate in tournaments has become a hot topic in the tennis world after Wimbledon’s decision to ban players of these two countries to compete in the 2022 Championships due to their invasion of Ukraine.
Although reports suggest that the Italian government may also take a similar approach for the Italian Open, Russian and Belarusian players will now be allowed to compete in Rome.
How to buy tickets for the Italian Open 2022?
Tickets for the Italian Open are available on the tournament website.
How to watch the Italian Open on TV?
Tennis chain is the official broadcaster of the ATP Italian Open in the United States. In France, you can watch the men’s tournament on Canal+, Eurosport. ESPN is the official broadcaster of South America. Amazon Prime Video holds the UK streaming rights. For other regions, you can consult the schedule on the ATP circuit website.
According to the WTA Tour website, WTA events are broadcast on Tennis Channel in the United States and on the beIN network in France.
Can I follow the Italian Open on social media?
Yes, you can follow the Italian Open on Instagram (109,000 subscribers), Twitter (49,300 subscribers) and Facebook (156,000 subscribers). The tournament also has its own channel on YouTube, which can be viewed here.
