This marks the largest player field in the tournament’s history, as it enters a new 12-day format with a 96-player main draw.Headlining the field are the world’s top four players: Aryna Sabalenka (No. 1), Coco Gauff (No. 2), Jessica Pegula (No. 3) and Iga Swiatek (No. 4).Sabalenka, a three-time Grand Slam champion, has posted a 44-8 record so far in 2025, winning titles in Miami and Madrid and reaching the final at Roland-Garros. Gauff, who defeated Sabalenka in that French Open final for the second Grand Slam title of her career, currently holds a 31-10 record this season. Pegula, the two-time defending NBO champion, became the first woman to win back-to-back titles at the event since Martina Hingis in 2000. She has added titles in Charleston, Austin, and most recently Bad Homburg to her résumé this season, marking the first time she has won three tournaments in a single year. As for Swiatek, while she has yet to capture a title in 2025, she continues to demonstrate remarkable consistency at the highest level, having reached the semifinals at both the Australian Open and Roland-Garros, and recently made a deep run in Bad Homburg, reaching the final.<figure class="media"><iframe frameborder="0" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/p0UT3bFA4-I?si=WONIlNdLx8Mx8cbB" style="visibility: visible;" width="100%" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe></figure>In addition to these four players, the remainder of the Top 10 – Jasmine Paolini (No. 5), Qinwen Zheng (No. 6), Mirra Andreeva (No. 7), Madison Keys (No. 8), Paula Badosa (No. 9), and Emma Navarro (No. 10) – are all set to take part in the Canadian event. Other notable names include Elina Svitolina (No. 13) and Belinda Bencic (No. 35), the 2017 and 2015 NBO champions, respectively; and the last three Wimbledon champions, Barbora Krejcikova (No. 16) Marketa Vondrousova (No. 73 using a protected ranking) and Elena Rybakina (No. 11). In total, 12 Grand Slam champions will be part of the action in Montreal, one of the deepest fields of contenders ever showcased at IGA Stadium.“The 2025 National Bank Open will mark a turning point in the history of tennis in Montreal and Quebec, as our tournament – already one of the most prestigious in the world – promises to be one of the most exciting editions ever," said Valérie Tétreault, Tournament Director of the National Bank Open, Montreal. “The quality and depth of the women’s field this year is simply exceptional – from Grand Slam champions to rising stars, nearly every top WTA player will be in Montreal this summer. With the expanded format, fans will get even more opportunities to witness world-class tennis and discover the incredible talent driving the women’s game forward. We can’t wait to welcome fans from across Canada and around the world to experience what Montreal has to offer as a top tennis destination.”The full Montreal entry list is available <a href="https://tenniscanadamediacentre.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Liste-des-joueuses-Player-list-MTL-2025.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here.</a> <h3>Two wild cards already confirmed for Andreescu and Mboko</h3>Canadian fans will have plenty to cheer about as several homegrown talents get set to compete in this year’s tournament — including one Canadian who secured direct entry into the main draw. Leading the charge is Leylah Annie Fernandez (No. 38), Canada’s top-ranked singles player, returning to Montreal for her sixth NBO appearance. A fan favourite, Fernandez has reached the quarter-finals at two events this season and will be eager to make a deep run on home soil, having previously advanced to the third round the last time she competed in Montreal.Tennis Canada has also announced today that two main-draw wild cards have been awarded to Canadians Victoria Mboko and Bianca Andreescu. At only 18 years old, Mboko (No. 97) is set to make her main-draw debut in Montreal after an impressive start to the season that included a Canadian record 22-match winning streak and a third-round showing at Roland-Garros. Andreescu (No. 148), Canada’s first Grand Slam singles champion and the 2019 NBO winner in Toronto, returns as a wild card for her seventh appearance at the tournament. After missing the first three months of the 2025 season due to injury and illness, she returned to competitive action in April. Most recently, Andreescu reached the quarter-finals of the Libéma Open in June, where she fell to Elena-Gabriela Ruse.Victoria Mboko:“I am so excited to have been awarded a Main Draw WC into the National Bank Open in Montreal later this summer. This year has been full of highlights for me so far already and being able to compete in one of the biggest events outside of the Grand Slams is something I am looking very much forward to. As a Canadian, there is nothing more thrilling than to play at home and I therefore hope to see many of you out here in Montreal this summer!”Bianca Andreescu:“I’m very grateful to Tennis Canada for the Main Draw Wild Card at the National Bank Open presented by Rogers. Playing in front of my home crowd is always a privilege that I look forward to. See you soon in Montreal!”Additional Information<ul style="list-style-type:disc;"><li>The first NBO under the tournament’s new format begins with qualifying on Saturday, July 26. Main-draw play runs from Sunday, July 27, through Thursday, August 7, at IGA Stadium. The top 32 seeds will receive first-round byes and will begin play on Tuesday, July 29, or Wednesday, July 30. </li><li>Six additional main-draw wild cards are still to be announced, including the winner of the <a href="https://www.tenniscanada.com/cheer-canada/canadians-action#road-to-the-nbo" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Road to the NBO</a> competition, Tennis Canada’s new initiative supporting emerging Canadian talent. They will be revealed closer to the start of the event. </li><li>This year’s tournament also marks a significant step toward gender equity. As part of its <a href="https://www.tenniscanada.com/change-game/game-set-equity" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Game. Set. Equity</a>. commitment, Tennis Canada is increasing prize money for women players as both draws expand to 12 days. In 2025, WTA prize money will rise to nearly 60% of the ATP purse, on track for full parity by 2027. At that time, total WTA prize money is projected to reach nearly $10 million USD, an increase of 350% over four years. </li><li>Other events will also take place throughout the tournament, as the NBO transforms into the <a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/nbo-redefined" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Tennis Playground.</a> These include the return of <a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/montreal/tickets-packages/montreals-family-experience" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">IGA Family Weekend</a>, <a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/montreal/tickets-packages/tennisfest-weekend-montreal" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">TennisFest Montreal</a> on August 2 and 3, the first-ever Montreal Edition of <a href="https://www.tenniscanada.com/change-game/game-set-equity/unmatched-conference" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">UNMATCHED: Gender Equity in Sports Conference</a> on August 6, and the culmination of it all, <a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/montreal/montreal-tickets-packages" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Championship Week</a>, running from August 4 to 7. </li></ul>For the ultimate guide to visiting IGA Stadium, click <a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/montreal/live-montreal-experience" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here.</a>Fans can also buy tickets for the National Bank Open by following this link: <a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/montreal/montreal-tickets-packages" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Tickets</a>Feature photo by: Pascal Ratthé

Tournament News

Sabalenka, Gauff, Pegula and Swiatek Set to Headline 2025 National Bank Open in Montreal

Days until National Bank Open: 25<h2>Youth shine in Eastbourne</h2>The Lexus Eastbourne Open featured the youngest WTA Tour final since the 1981 edition of the tournament. 19-year-old Maya Joint saved four championship points to beat 20-year-old qualifier Alexandra Eala 6-4, 1-6, 7-6(10) in a thrilling final. <figure class="media"><iframe frameborder="0" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/o2djKw4gKF4" style="visibility: visible;" width="100%" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe></figure>Joint began the year ranked 119th but has now cracked the Top 50 for the first time thanks to her second title in the last two months.Flirting with the Top 50 now is runner-up Eala. The WTA Tour’s first Filipino finalist was the biggest riser in the ranking, jumping 21 spots to No. 56.<h2>Grand Slam main draw debut for Branstine</h2>After earning her first WTA level win in ‘s-Hertogenbosch, Canadian Carson Branstine capped off her 2025 grass season with another milestone – her first Grand Slam main draw.The 24-year-old had a tricky path through Wimbledon qualifying but took down <a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/news/read/2025/get-know-lois-boisson-frances-new-wta-no-1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Roland-Garros semifinalist Lois Boisson</a> and 2019 U.S. Open champion Bianca Andreescu before defeating Raluka Serban in three sets in the final round of qualifying.<figure class="media"><iframe frameborder="0" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/jlTYv6ruN0s" style="visibility: visible;" width="100%" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe></figure>Branstine’s first Grand Slam main draw opponent was none other than world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka. The Canadian couldn’t manage the upset but pushed hard in the second set, <a href="https://www.tenniscanada.com/news/pro-tennis/2025/fernandez-cruises-to-first-round-win-at-wimbledon-branstine-eliminated-in-major-debut" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">ultimately falling 6-1, 7-5</a>. <h2>Pegula completes trifecta of 2025 titles</h2>World No. 3 Jessica Pegula was a winner again on the grass last week. After hoisting the trophy in Berlin a year ago, the Buffalo-native secured her third title of 2025 at the Bad Homburg Open to go along with wins on hard court in Austin and clay in Charleston.Read also: <a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/news/read/2025/wta-power-rankings-will-there-be-another-wimbledon-surprise" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">WTA Power Rankings - Will There Be Another Wimbledon Surprise?</a>Pegula defeated fellow American Emma Navarro in the quarters and Czech Linda Noskova in the semis, both in three sets, before an impressive straight-set win over world No. 8 Iga Swiatek in the final.<figure class="media"><iframe frameborder="0" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/08nDwsNKiHA" style="visibility: visible;" width="100%" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe></figure>However, the good grass form did not translate into Wimbledon as Pegula was upset in the first round at the All-England Club on Tuesday.Read also: <a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/news/read/2025/destination-nbo-stm-vondrousova-wins-first-title-since-2023-wimbledon" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Vondrousova wins first title since 2023 Wimbledon</a>As for Swiatek, there are some promising signs heading into Wimbledon. The Pole has not fared well on the lawn in comparison to the other surfaces but Bad Homburg marked her first-career WTA grass final. <h2>All winners from last week</h2>WTA 500 - Bad Homburg<ul><li>Women’s Singles: Jessica Pegula (3/9) d. Iga Swiatek</li><li>Women’s Doubles: Hanyu Guo/Alexandra Panova</li></ul>WTA 250 – Eastbourne<ul><li>Women’s Singles: Maya Joint (2/2) d. Alexandra Eala</li><li>Women’s Doubles: Marie Bouzkova/Olga Danilina </li></ul>(2025 Titles/Career Titles)The <a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/news/read/2025/whos-expected-play-2025-national-bank-open">WTA's best</a> return to Montreal this summer for the National Bank Open presented by Rogers July 26 to Aug. 7, 2025 at IGA Stadium. 2025 Tickets are on sale. <a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/montreal/montreal-tickets-packages" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Get your tickets today!</a>Feature Photo: Martin Sidorjak

Destination NBO Montreal

Destination NBO by STM: Pegula, Joint add Another Title to 2025 Campaigns

Days until National Bank Open: 25<h2>Top-seeded men shocked in first round</h2>Day 1 action at the season’s third major began Monday morning with several top seeds in the men’s draw headed home early after stunning upsets.No. 8 Holger Rune was ousted in the first round by Nicolas Jarry 4-6, 4-6, 7-5, 6-3, 6-4 in a five-set, come-from-behind thriller. It’s a disappointing result for the 22-year-old Dane, who reached the fourth round last year before he was eliminated by Novak Djokovic.Former world No. 1 Daniil Medvedev was bounced from the All-England Club in the opening round in four sets by Benjamin Bonzi 7-6(2), 3-6, 7-6(3), 6-2. Medvedev has now dropped three Grand Slam matches in a row after losses in the first round of Wimbledon and Roland-Garros following a second-round exit at the Australian Open.<figure class="media"><iframe frameborder="0" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/C3qmUHHxrow" style="visibility: visible;" width="100%" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe></figure>Other top men’s seeds eliminated in the first round include Francisco Cerundolo (16), Alexei Popyrin (20), and Stefanos Tsitsipas (24).Two-time defending champion Carlos Alcaraz was given a scare by veteran Fabio Fognini, who pushed the world No. 2 to a fifth set before falling 7-5, 6-7(5), 7-5, 2-6, 6-1. Alcaraz is in search of his third consecutive Wimbledon title and <a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/news/read/2025/nbo-focus-alcaraz-heats-up-ahead-wimbledon" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">sixth title this season</a>.<figure class="media"><iframe frameborder="0" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/w2RFJq1spek" style="visibility: visible;" width="100%" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe></figure>Canadians <a href="https://www.tenniscanada.com/news/pro-tennis/2025/auger-aliassime-back-to-winning-ways-at-wimbledon-diallo-cruises-to-second-round" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Felix Auger-Aliassime and Gabriel Diallo both advanced past the first round</a> on Monday. Auger-Aliassime defeated Australian James Duckworth in five sets, while Diallo cruised past Daniel Altmaier in straight sets.Read also: <a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/news/read/2025/atp-power-rankings-alcaraz-trying-join-elite-wimbledon-company" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Alcaraz Trying to Join Elite Wimbledon Company</a><h2>Fritz, Griekspoor win Wimbledon Warmups</h2>Taylor Fritz successfully defended his crown in Eastbourne, defeating Jenson Brooksby 7-5, 6-1 on Saturday. It’s the fourth time in his career that the American has won the 250-level tournament (2019, 2022, 2024, 2025).“I don’t know what exactly it is about it, but I come here and always feel like I’m playing great tennis," Fritz said. “It’s always a great week for me. I think it always going to be a special place for me because it’s where I won my first tour title.”<figure class="media"><iframe frameborder="0" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/jjwjf0hh1Uk" style="visibility: visible;" width="100%" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe></figure>It’s the 10th title of Fritz’s career, who will head into Wimbledon in good form after winning a pair of grass tournaments in Eastbourne and Stuttgart over the past three weeks.Tallon Griekspoor will also head to the All-England Club on a high after defeating Corentin Moutet 7-5, 7-6(3) to win the Mallorca Championships. He did not drop a set en route to his first title of the season and third of his career.<figure class="media"><iframe frameborder="0" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/1fAWG9fxhFY" style="visibility: visible;" width="100%" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe></figure>Griekspoor jumped back into the ATP Top 30 with the win, moving from No. 34 to No. 29.Read Also: <a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/news/read/2025/will-draper-britains-new-hope-wimbledon-glory" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Will Draper be Britain’s new hope for Wimbledon glory?</a><h2>All winners from last week:</h2>ATP 250 - Mallorca●    Men’s Singles: Tallon Griekspoor* (1/ 3) d. Corentin Moutet ●    Men’s Doubles: Santiago Gonzalez/Austin Krajicek d. Yuki Bhambri/Robert GallowayATP 250 - Eastbourne●    Men’s Singles: Taylor Fritz* (2/10) d. Jenson Brooksby ●    Men’s Doubles: Lloyd Glasspool/Julian Cash d. Ariel Behar/Joran Vliegen* 2025 Titles/Career TitlesRead also: <a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/news/read/2025/whos-expected-play-2025-national-bank-open">Who's expected to play the 2025 National Bank Open?</a>The <a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/news/read/2025/whos-expected-play-2025-national-bank-open" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">ATP's best</a> return to Toronto this summer for the National Bank Open presented by Rogers July 26 to Aug. 7, 2025 at Sobeys Stadium. 2025 Tickets are on sale. <a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/toronto/toronto-tickets-packages" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Get your tickets today</a>!Feature Photo : Martin Sidorjak

NBO in Focus Toronto

NBO in Focus: Top Seeds Stunned on Wimbledon Day 1

Those four men share something in common: they all won at least three straight men’s singles titles at the All-England Club in the Open Era. Alcaraz could join that club this year.Of course, a certain world No. 1 who pushed the Spaniard to the brink at the most recent major might have something to say about it.The National Bank Open Power Rankings size up the men’s field for Wimbledon 2025.(Brackets indicate change in position since <a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/news/read/2025/atp-power-rankings-will-roland-garros-alcarazs-coronation" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">the last edition of the Power Rankings</a> from before Roland-Garros.)<h3>1) Carlos Alcaraz (-)</h3><ul><li>Actual Ranking: 2</li><li>2025 Record: 42-5</li><li>Notable Recent Result: ATP 500 Queen's Club Champion</li><li>Best Wimbledon Result: Champion (Two times)</li></ul>To no surprise, Alcaraz tops the power rankings for the third-straight time as the former world No. 1 doesn’t seem to slow down when the tour shifts from clay to grass.The Spaniard <a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/news/read/2025/nbo-focus-alcaraz-heats-up-ahead-wimbledon" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">took back his crown at the Queen’s Club</a> earlier this month, his second title there in the last three years.<figure class="media"><iframe frameborder="0" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/bKF9rN81zmY" style="visibility: visible;" width="100%" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe></figure>Alcaraz’s success at the All-England Club has been even better. The 22-year-old is the two-time defending champion and can join the legendary Bjorn Borg as the only men in the Open Era to complete the Roland Garros-Wimbledon double in successive years.- Francesco<h3>2. Jannik Sinner (-)</h3><ul><li>Actual Ranking: 1</li><li>2025 Record: 19-3</li><li>Notable Recent Result: ATP 500 Halle R2</li><li>Best Wimbledon Result: Semifinal (2023)</li></ul>Sinner is also looking to join an elite club of his own. Just by reaching the final, he would become the sixth man in the Open Era to reach four consecutive Grand Slam finals (Djokovic, Rafael Nadal, Federer, Andre Agassi, Rod Laver).  His surprise second-round loss in Halle snapped a nine-tournament finals streak, dating back to Cincinnati last August. Of course, the guy who beat him, Alexander Bublik, went on to win the title, so it’s a fairly forgivable defeat.<figure class="media"><iframe frameborder="0" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/TapfA9w7AwI" style="visibility: visible;" width="100%" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe></figure>Wimbledon is a slam where Sinner has a lot of potential. He has reached three straight quarter-finals at the All-England Club, including the semis in 2023, and his powerful groundstrokes and rock-solid serve are highly conducive to the surface. He absolutely has the game to steal that golden cup.- Pete<h3>3. Novak Djokovic (+5)</h3><ul><li>Actual Ranking: 6</li><li>2025 Record: 21-8</li><li>Notable Recent Result: Roland-Garros SF</li><li>Best Wimbledon Result: Champion (Seven Times)</li></ul>Djokovic has more Wimbledon titles than the rest of the field combined. While the 38-year-old has started to show his age in 2025, Wimbledon is probably his best chance to win major title No. 25, which would make him the all-time Grand Slam singles title leader, breaking a tie with Margaret Court.Read also: <a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/news/read/2025/alcaraz-sinner-lead-new-chapter-tennis-greatest-rivalries" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Alcaraz, Sinner lead new chapter in tennis’ greatest rivalries</a>The Serb has also reached six straight finals at the All-England Club. Sure, he did not play a warm-up event on grass but last year he showed up fresh off knee surgery and still reached the final. He likes playing here and is one of, if not THE, most comfortable players in the world on grass. He will just want to avoid Alcaraz, who has beaten him in the last two finals.- Pete<h3>4) Jack Draper (+1)</h3><ul><li>Actual Ranking: 4</li><li>2025 Record: 28-8</li><li>Notable Recent Result: ATP 500 Queen’s Club SF</li><li>Best Wimbledon Result: Second round (Two times)</li></ul>When the grass season comes around, eyes tend to shift to the British No. 1. This year, <a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/news/read/2025/will-draper-britains-new-hope-wimbledon-glory" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">it’s Draper</a>. Coming in as the home favourite at the Queen’s Club, Draper beat world No. 22 Alexei Popyrin en route to a semifinal finish.<figure class="media"><iframe frameborder="0" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/c639qZae9dA" style="visibility: visible;" width="100%" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe></figure>The 23-year-old hasn’t had a deep run at Wimbledon so far in his career, losing in the second round in his last two appearances. But after a solid year so far, Draper is going to <a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/news/read/2025/will-draper-britains-new-hope-wimbledon-glory" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">give the home crowd something to cheer about</a>.Read also: <a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/news/read/2025/will-draper-britains-new-hope-wimbledon-glory" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Will Draper be Britain’s new hope for Wimbledon glory?</a>- Francesco<h3>5) Taylor Fritz (New)</h3><ul><li>Actual Ranking: 5</li><li>2025 Record: 21-11</li><li>Notable Recent Result: Stuttgart champion</li><li>Best Wimbledon Result: Quarter-final (Two times)</li></ul>After winning his ninth-career title in Stuttgart earlier in June, Fritz wrote “I’m back” on the camera – and he very well could be.<figure class="media"><iframe frameborder="0" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/gBgq7YWhfKI" style="visibility: visible;" width="100%" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe></figure>The American No. 1’s triumph in Stuttgart was his fourth ATP Tour grass title, remaining undefeated in finals on the lawn. Three of those titles came at Eastbourne where Fritz is through to the semifinal on Friday. A second grass title of the year for the Californian will certainly up his expectations heading to the All-England Club.- Francesco<h3>6. Alexander Zverev (-2)</h3><ul><li>Actual Ranking: 3</li><li>2025 Record: 35-13</li><li>Notable Recent Result: ATP 250 Stuttgart Runner-Up</li><li>Best Wimbledon Result: Fourth Round (Three Times)</li></ul>Wimbledon is the only Grand Slam event where Zverev has yet to reach the final. Adding a trophy of any kind from the All-England Club to his collection though could be a bit tricky since he has never made it past the fourth round in SW19.Read also: <a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/news/read/2025/whos-expected-play-2025-national-bank-open" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Who's expected to play the 2025 National Bank Open?</a>It is a little surprising that Zverev has not done better at Wimbledon over the years. He is a three-time finalist on grass in his career, although all three finals were in his home country, including earlier this month in Stuttgart, and his solid, hard-hitting game should be well-suited to grass. Maybe without the pressure of grabbing the No. 1 ranking, he can finally put it together this time at Wimbledon.- Pete<h3>7. Daniil Medvedev (New)</h3><ul><li>Actual Ranking: 9</li><li>2025 Record: 23-13</li><li>Notable Recent Result: ATP 500 Halle Runner-Up</li><li>Best Wimbledon Result: Semifinal (Twice)</li></ul>While traditionally considered (by himself) a hard-court specialist, Medvedev has been sneaky good on grass throughout his career. He has reached the semifinals at Wimbledon each of the last two years, losing to Alcaraz both times. The former US Open champion beat Sinner in the quarter-finals last year.<figure class="media"><iframe frameborder="0" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/S2dVblTng30" style="visibility: visible;" width="100%" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe></figure>Medvedev also just reached his fourth career final on grass last week in Halle, beating Zverev in three sets in the semifinals.  He has had a tough go at the Slams so far this year, but Wimbledon is a great chance to turn things around. His flat ball should be extra tricky on the slick grass.- Pete<h3>8) Ben Shelton (New)</h3><ul><li>Actual Ranking: 10</li><li>2025 Record: 19-13</li><li>Notable Recent Result: ATP 250 Stuttgart SF</li><li>Best Wimbledon Result: Fourth Round (2024)</li></ul>Part of the ATP Top 10 for the first time in his career, Shelton started the grass season off strong in Stuttgart. The 22-year-old defeated soon-to-be Queen’s Club finalist Jiri Lehecka before losing to home favourite Zverev in two tiebreaks in the semifinal.Read also: <a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/news/read/2025/wta-power-rankings-will-there-be-another-wimbledon-surprise" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">WTA Power Rankings - Will There Be Another Wimbledon Surprise?</a>However, since then, Shelton had back-to-back first-round losses in London and Mallorca, losing both in straight sets.But, during this three-match losing skid, the American lost five of those six sets in a tiebreak. If he finds a way to close out those long sets at Wimbledon, Shelton could at least one-up his fourth-round finish last year.- Francesco<h3>9) Tommy Paul (+1)</h3><ul><li>Actual Ranking: 13</li><li>2025 Record: 25-9</li><li>Notable Recent Result: Eastbourne R2</li><li>Best Wimbledon Result: Quarter-final (2024)</li></ul>Paul’s start to the 2025 grass season hasn’t gone as planned. The American No. 4 lost in his opening match in Eastbourne to world No. 170 Daniel Evans. He was also unable to defend his Queen’s Club title due to injury.<figure class="media"><iframe frameborder="0" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/5SCOhUKE-5Y" style="visibility: visible;" width="100%" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe></figure>That doesn’t take away from his success on the lawn last year, though. Paul defeated Draper and Lorenzo Musetti en route to that title at Queen’s. Then at Wimbledon, the 28-year-old reached the quarter-final before losing to eventual champion Alcaraz, even taking the first set.- Francesco<h3>10. Lorenzo Musetti (-4)</h3><ul><li>Actual Ranking: 7</li><li>2025 Record: 25-8</li><li>Notable Recent Result: Roland-Garros SF</li><li>Best Wimbledon Result: Semifinal (2024)</li></ul>There is a major question mark hanging over Musetti heading into the event where he had his Grand Slam breakthrough a year ago. The Italian has not played since retiring in the semifinals of Roland-Garros with a leg injury. That cost him his runner-up points from the Queen’s Club last year.Read also: <a href="https://www.tenniscanada.com/news/pro-tennis/2025/diallo-wins-first-atp-tour-title-at-libema-open" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Gabriel Diallo wins first ATP Tour title at Libema Open</a>If he is healthy, Musetti is probably being undervalued on this list. He reached four straight semifinals, all at “Big” (Masters 1000 or Grand Slam) events, in his last four tournaments. The Italian is also proven on grass, having reached the Queen’s Club final and Wimbledon semis in 2024. - PeteThe National Bank Open Power Rankings are a group collaboration by the Power Rankings Panel which includes:<ul><li><a href="https://bsky.app/profile/peteb93.bsky.social" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Pete Borkowski</a> – Manager of Editorial and Player Coverage, Tennis Canada</li><li><a href="https://twitter.com/boydmel" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Melissa Boyd</a> – Content Writer, Tennis Canada</li><li><a href="https://twitter.com/ChampagneSJade" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Sarah-Jade Champagne</a> – Content Specialist, Tennis Canada</li><li><a href="https://x.com/JChan_811" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Jonathan Chan</a> - Content Contributor, Tennis Canada</li><li><a href="https://twitter.com/EddieJonesLee" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Edward Lee</a> – Content Contributor, Tennis Canada</li><li><a href="https://twitter.com/hulight" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Hugues Leger</a> – Producer, Podcast Sur La Ligne</li><li><a href="https://x.com/Charobillardmi" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Charlotte Robillard-Millette</a> – Communications Coordinator, Tennis Canada</li><li><a href="https://twitter.com/SanterreAbraham" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Abraham Santerre</a> – Content Creator, Podcast Sur La Ligne</li><li>Patrick Steski - Content Contributor, Tennis Canada</li><li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/franny_t1/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Francesco Tosini</a> - Content Writer, Tennis Canada</li><li><a href="https://x.com/raviubha" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ravi Ubha</a> - Content Contributor, Tennis Canada</li></ul><h3>2025 Wimbledon Predictions</h3>Champion<ul><li>Pete: Carlos Alcaraz</li><li>Mel: Carlos Alcaraz</li><li>Jonathan: Jannik Sinner</li><li>Eddie: Carlos Alcaraz</li><li>Charlotte: Carlos Alcaraz</li><li>Pat: Carlos Alcaraz</li><li>Francesco: Jannik Sinner</li><li>Ravi: Carlos Alcaraz</li></ul>Dark Horse<ul><li>Pete: Gabriel Diallo</li><li>Mel: Matteo Berrettini</li><li>Jonathan: Hubert Hurkacz</li><li>Eddie: Alexander Bublik</li><li>Charlotte: Jiri Lehecka</li><li>Pat: Gabriel Diallo</li><li>Francesco: Flavio Cobolli</li><li>Ravi: Alexander Bublik</li></ul>Bold Prediction<ul><li>Pete: Alexander Zverev loses in the final, becoming the first player to reach all four Grand Slam finals without winning one.</li><li>Mel: Ben Shelton will reach his second Grand Slam semifinal of the season.</li><li>Jonathan: Alexander Bublik continues his red-hot run and reaches the quarters.</li><li>Eddie: Alexander Bublik takes his impressive Roland-Garros run one step further and makes the Wimbledon semis.</li><li>Charlotte: Gabriel Diallo will reach the quarter-finals.</li><li>Pat: At least three Americans will reach the last eight.</li><li>Francesco: Gabriel Diallo will reach the quarter-finals.</li><li>Ravi: Gabriel Diallo will reach the second week. </li></ul>The <a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/news/read/2025/whos-expected-play-2025-national-bank-open" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">ATP's best</a> return to Toronto this summer for the National Bank Open presented by Rogers July 26 to Aug. 7, 2025 at Sobeys Stadium. 2025 Tickets are on sale. <a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/toronto/toronto-tickets-packages" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Get your tickets today</a>!Feature Photo : Corinne Dubreuil/ATP Tour

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ATP Power Rankings: Alcaraz Trying to Join Elite Wimbledon Company

A wildcard into the main draw of the National Bank Open is on the line for the Canadian player who accumulates the most points at the Canadian professional events, dating back to the fall of 2024. The tournaments taking place over the next month count double, which means there are still a lot of points up for grabs.Heading into the final events, Liam Draxl and Kayla Cross are in the pole positions to claim the wildcards. Here are the current standings:<figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:1200/1200;" src="https://assets.nationalbankopen.com/production/news/_default/12275816/Screenshot-2025-03-18-154532.webp" alt="" width="1200" height="1200" /></figure>The men’s competition has a lot more room for movement, with three events taking place over the next three weeks. That is up to 350 points available for the players.First up is the ITF M25 in Laval, QC, which will begin on June 30. Juan Carlos Aguilar, Alvin Tudorica, and Dan Martin all received direct entry into the event, with a handful more Canadians in the qualifying draw. 50 points are available to the champion in Laval. As such, none of the players competing in Laval can catch Draxl at that event alone. They will need to accumulate points at the subsequent ATP Challengers as well.Read also: <a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/news/read/2025/will-draper-britains-new-hope-wimbledon-glory" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Will Draper be Britain’s new hope for Wimbledon glory?</a>The following week, starting on July 7, is the ATP Challenger event in Winnipeg, MB. Winnipeg is a 75-level challenger, which means 150 points are available to the champion.  Draxl is the only Canadian to appear on the initial main draw entry list that was released on June 24. While more Canadians could get in through qualifying or as wild cards, it puts Draxl in a very strong position to extend his lead in the race.  <figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:300/450;" src="https://assets.nationalbankopen.com/production/news/_small/12347132/LiamDraxl10260.webp" alt="" width="300" height="450" /><figcaption>Photo : Tennis Canada</figcaption></figure>Finally, the last event on the Road to the NBO will take place in Granby, QC, beginning on July 14. Granby is also a 75-level Challenger so it is worth the same number of points as Winnipeg. The player list for Granby has not yet been released.Were a Canadian man to win all three events, he would earn 350 points in the Road to the NBO.Read also: <a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/news/read/2025/get-know-lois-boisson-frances-new-wta-no-1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Get to Know Lois Boisson: France’s New WTA No. 1</a>Kayla Cross is in a very strong position heading into the summer as there is only one Canadian professional women’s event left, the ITF W75 event in Granby. 150 points are available to the champion. Cross was the runner-up in Granby last summer.  While a title would clinch the wildcard for Cross, she could lock it up depending on other players’ results. As <a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/news/read/2025/road-nbo-update-draxl-cross-continue-lead-after-march-itf-events" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">initially reported in March</a>, here is how the results in Granby could affect the final Road to the NBO standings:<figure class="media"><iframe frameborder="0" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/lYWahfmtAZk" style="visibility: visible;" width="100%" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe></figure>Only six women can catch Cross without winning the title: Rebecca Marino, Stacey Fung, Ariana Arseneault, Cadence Brace, Katherine Sebov, and Mia Kupres. That is assuming they all play in Granby. Marino and Fung need to at least reach the semifinals, while the other four all have to reach the final to even have a chance of catching Cross.But that is without taking Cross’ result into account, as she controls her own fate, as much as a tennis player can at least, heading into the final event. The 19-year-old reached the Granby final last year and would clinch the wildcard by winning the title. If she reaches the final again, only Marino could snatch it away by winning the title. If Cross gets to the semifinals, she would eliminate everyone except Marino, Fung, Arseneault and Brace.<a href="https://www.tenniscanada.com/pro-tennis/road-to-the-nbo/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a> for the latest standings in the Road to the NBO.The National Bank Open gets underway on July 26. The <a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/news/read/2025/whos-expected-play-2025-national-bank-open" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">ATP's best</a> return to Toronto this summer for the National Bank Open presented by Rogers July 26 to Aug. 7, 2025 at Sobeys Stadium. 2025 Tickets are on sale. <a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/toronto/toronto-tickets-packages">Get your tickets today!</a>The <a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/news/read/2025/whos-expected-play-2025-national-bank-open" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">WTA's best</a> return to Montreal this summer for the National Bank Open presented by Rogers July 26 to Aug. 7, 2025 at IGA Stadium. 2025 Tickets are on sale. <a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/montreal/montreal-tickets-packages">Get your tickets today!</a>Feature Photo : Sarah-Jade Champagne

Road to the NBO Wildcards to be Decided Over the Next Three Weeks

With the way Aryna Sabalenka, Coco Gauff, and other big names have largely dominated so far in 2025, it feels like this is a year where some form of normalcy will resume at the All-England Club. But as soon as you think that, something crazy will happen.Trying to predict Wimbledon results in this day and age may be a fools errand, but the National Bank Open Power Rankings panel is going to give it a shot anyway.(Brackets indicate change in position since the <a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/news/read/2025/wta-power-rankings-challengers-aiming-dethrone-swiatek-roland-garros" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">last edition of the Power Rankings from the before Roland-Garros.</a>)<h3>1) Aryna Sabalenka (-)</h3><ul style="list-style-type:disc;"><li>Actual Ranking: 1</li><li>2025 Record: 42-8</li><li>Notable Recent Result: WTA 500 Berlin SF</li><li>Best Wimbledon Result: Semifinal (Two times)</li></ul>Falling short in two Grand Slam finals this year, Sabalenka still has a pair of opportunities to secure her first major title of 2025 with her next chance coming at Wimbledon. However, a finals appearance would be the world No. 1’s first at the All-England Club. Sabalenka reached the semifinal twice in the last three years, having to withdraw in 2024 due to a shoulder injury. <figure class="media"><iframe frameborder="0" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/PpL6L7TIDDQ" style="visibility: visible;" width="100%" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe></figure>The 27-year-old has looked sharp on grass as she prepares for her return to the All-England Club, defeating former Wimbledon champion Elena Rybakina in the Berlin quarter-final before losing to another former champion and the eventual champion Marketa Vondrousova.- Francesco<h3>2) Coco Gauff (-)</h3><ul style="list-style-type:disc;"><li>Actual Ranking: 2</li><li>2025 Record: 31-9</li><li>Notable Recent Result: Berlin round of 16</li><li>Best Wimbledon Result: 4R (Three times)</li></ul>Gauff hasn’t had much to show for on the lawn so far this year, losing her opening match in Berlin to eventual finalist Xinyu Wang. But, coming off her second major title at Roland-Garros, there is no doubt she is still a favourite at Wimbledon. Read Also: <a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/news/read/2025/american-tennis-thriving-french-open-champion-coco-gauff-helm" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">American Tennis is Thriving with French Open Champion Coco Gauff at the Helm</a>The American No. 1 reached the fourth round at the All-England Club in her maiden Grand Slam main draw appearance in 2019. Add on another two fourth round finishes and six more years’ experience, Gauff’s first WTA grass final could be on the biggest stage.- Francesco<h3>3) Iga Swiatek (+1)</h3><ul style="list-style-type:disc;"><li>Actual Ranking: 8</li><li>2025 Record: 32-10</li><li>Notable Recent Result: Bad Homburg QF*</li><li>Best Wimbledon Result: Quarter-final (2023)</li></ul>The same as Gauff can really be said about Swiatek. So often referred to as the Queen of Clay, the world No. 8 has yet to be crowned a WTA champion on grass but does have a Wimbledon junior title to her name.Swiatek’s first match on the lawn this year was in the Bad Homburg round of 16, where she breezed by two-time Wimbledon semifinalist Victoria Azarenka in straight sets.<figure class="media"><iframe frameborder="0" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/J1128uUIw_Q" style="visibility: visible;" width="100%" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe></figure>As her junior days suggest, the Pole certainly has the potential for a run at the All-England Club, the only major where Swiatek has not reached the semifinal as a pro.- Francesco<h3>4) Madison Keys (+5)</h3><ul style="list-style-type:disc;"><li>Actual Ranking: 6</li><li>2025 record: 30-9</li><li>Notable Recent Results: WTA 500 London SF</li><li>Best Wimbledon Result: Quarter-Final (Twice)</li></ul>Will 2025 be the year when Madison Keys takes the next step at the All-England Club? Given everything she has accomplished so far this season, there is no reason to doubt her.Wimbledon is the only major where Keys has never reached the semifinals, but she has also been very consistent in SW19, reaching at least the fourth round in her last three appearances. Her big ball striking is well-suited to the lawns of London.Read Also: <a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/news/read/2025/destination-nbo-stm-vondrousova-wins-first-title-since-2023-wimbledon" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Vondrousova wins first title since 2023 Wimbledon</a>Keys has had a bit of bad luck lately, having lost to the eventual champion in her last three tournaments, including both of her warm-up events on grass (London to Tatjana Maria, Berlin to Marketa Vondrousova).- Pete<h3>5) Elena Rybakina (New)</h3><ul style="list-style-type:disc;"><li>Actual Ranking: 11</li><li>2025 Record: 29-12</li><li>Notable Recent Result: Berlin and London QF</li><li>Best Wimbledon Result: Champion (2022)</li></ul>The only former Wimbledon champion on the list, Rybakina seems to always be in the mix at the All-England Club. The Kazakhstani has made at least the Wimbledon quarter-final three-straight years, reaching the semifinal in 2024 where she lost to eventual champion Barbora Krejcikova.<figure class="media"><iframe frameborder="0" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/pjYyB4P_qos" style="visibility: visible;" width="100%" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe></figure>Rybakina has three wins from five matches to begin the grass season but there shouldn’t be much surprise if she triples that win tally for back-to-back Wimbledon semifinals.- Francesco<h3>6) Qinwen Zheng (-)</h3><ul style="list-style-type:disc;"><li>Actual Ranking: 5</li><li>2025 record: 19-10</li><li>Notable Recent Results: WTA 500 London SF</li><li>Best Wimbledon Result: Third Round (2022)</li></ul>Grass has not been a favourite surface in Zheng’s career so far, but she has reason for optimism heading into the 2025 Championships, fresh off a semifinal run at the Queen’s Club where she picked up wins over Emma Raducanu and Mccartney Kessler.Read Also: <a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/news/read/2025/whos-expected-play-2025-national-bank-open" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Who's expected to play the 2025 National Bank Open?</a>The Olympic gold medalist has been dialed-in over the last few months. She has reached at least the quarter-finals in six of her last seven events, including Roland-Garros, Queen’s, and three WTA 1000 events. She also likes the fast hard courts, so if she can treat grass the same way, she should be a big threat.- Pete<h3>7) Jasmine Paolini (-4)</h3><ul style="list-style-type:disc;"><li>Actual Ranking: 4</li><li>2025 Record: 25-10</li><li>Notable Recent Result: Bad Homburg quarter-final*</li><li>Best Wimbledon Result: Runner-Up (2024)</li></ul>Paolini certainly had a career year in 2024, which included a run to the Wimbledon final. The Italian had impressive wins over Keys and Emma Navarro en route to finishing as runner-up but this grass season hasn’t been as fruitful so far. Paolini lost in her opening match in Berlin to two-time Wimbledon finalist Ons Jabeur, only winning four games.<figure class="media"><iframe frameborder="0" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/urzX2IiIYf4" style="visibility: visible;" width="100%" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe></figure>The Tuscany-native responded with a tight opening-match victory against Leylah Annie Fernandez in Bad Homburg as Paolini looks to string together some wins before heading to the All-England Club.- Francesco<h3>8) Mirra Andreeva (-3)</h3><ul style="list-style-type:disc;"><li>Actual Ranking: 7</li><li>2025 record: 31-9</li><li>Notable Recent Results: WTA 250 Bad Homburg QF*</li><li>Best Wimbledon Result: Fourth Round (2023)</li></ul>While she has cooled off a little bit after dominating the early WTA 1000 events, Andreeva has settled into being a rock-solid Top 10 player. Starting with her title run in Dubai in February, the teen reached the quarter-finals or better at five of her last six “big” (WTA 1000 or Grand Slam) events.<figure class="media"><iframe frameborder="0" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/Yxujqxo18t4" style="visibility: visible;" width="100%" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe></figure>One of Andreeva’s early major breakthroughs came at the All-England Club, when she reached the fourth round at age 16. Still just 18, Andreeva is not a player who gets overawed by the occasion and is not someone other players will want to see in their draw.- Pete<h3>9) Jessica Pegula (-2)</h3><ul style="list-style-type:disc;"><li>Actual Ranking: 3</li><li>2025 Record: 31-12</li><li>Notable Recent Result: Bad Homburg quarter-final</li><li>Best Wimbledon Result: Quarter-final (2023)</li></ul>Pegula’s game on the lawn may be picking up at just the right time. The American No. 2 lost in three sets in her Berlin opener but followed that up with a comfortable victory in Bad Homburg, dropping just five games to Katerina Siniakova.<figure class="media"><iframe frameborder="0" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/xn9k471XVAQ" style="visibility: visible;" width="100%" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe></figure>Pegula’s next match is an all-American clash against world No. 10 Navarro and a win for the Buffalo-native will be Pegula’s most notable on grass since her championship run in Berlin last year, where she defeated Gauff.- Francesco<h3>10) Amanda Anisimova (New)</h3><ul style="list-style-type:disc;"><li>Actual Ranking: 13</li><li>2025 Record: 25-12</li><li>Notable Recent Result: London runner-up</li><li>Best Wimbledon Result: Quarter-final (2022)</li></ul>Anisimova’s impressive trip to the final at the Queen’s Club is the reason the American rounds off this list. The 23-year-old earned Top 10 wins over Navarro and Zheng before losing out in the final to Tatjana Maria.Read Also: <a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/news/read/2025/destination-nbo-stm-wta-tour-goes-green" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">WTA Tour goes green</a>Anisimova took a break from tennis in 2023 and was unable to make it out of qualifying at Wimbledon the following year. However, the world No. 13 is back at her best in 2025 and has the potential to add more Top 10 victories to her resumé at the All-England Club.- FrancescoThe National Bank Open Power Rankings are a group collaboration by the Power Rankings Panel which includes:<ul><li><a href="https://bsky.app/profile/peteb93.bsky.social" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Pete Borkowski</a> – Manager of Editorial and Player Coverage, Tennis Canada</li><li><a href="https://twitter.com/boydmel" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Melissa Boyd</a> – Content Writer, Tennis Canada</li><li><a href="https://twitter.com/ChampagneSJade" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Sarah-Jade Champagne</a> – Content Specialist, Tennis Canada</li><li><a href="https://x.com/JChan_811" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Jonathan Chan</a> - Content Contributor, Tennis Canada</li><li><a href="https://twitter.com/EddieJonesLee" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Edward Lee</a> – Content Contributor, Tennis Canada</li><li><a href="https://twitter.com/hulight" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Hugues Leger</a> – Producer, Podcast Sur La Ligne</li><li><a href="https://x.com/Charobillardmi" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Charlotte Robillard-Millette</a> – Communications Coordinator, Tennis Canada</li><li><a href="https://twitter.com/SanterreAbraham" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Abraham Santerre</a> – Content Creator, Podcast Sur La Ligne</li><li>Patrick Steski - Content Contributor, Tennis Canada</li><li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/franny_t1/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Francesco Tosini</a> - Content Writer, Tennis Canada</li><li><a href="https://x.com/raviubha" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ravi Ubha</a> - Content Contributor, Tennis Canada</li></ul>2025 Wimbledon Predictions*Note: Predictions were made prior to the start of qualifyingChampion:<ul><li>Pete: Aryna Sabalenka</li><li>Mel: Aryna Sabalenka</li><li>Jonathan: Aryna Sabalenka</li><li>Eddiel Aryna Sabalenka</li><li>Charlotte: Marketa Vondrousova</li><li>Pat: Marketa Vondrousova</li><li>Francesco: Qinwen Zheng</li><li>Ravi: Madison Keys</li></ul>Dark Horse:<ul><li>Pete: Diana Shnaider</li><li>Mel: Marketa Vondrousova</li><li>Jonathan: Marketa Vondrousova</li><li>Eddie: Clara Tauson</li><li>Charlotte: Elina Svitolina</li><li>Pat: Veronika Kudermetova</li><li>Francesco: Marketa Vondrousova</li><li>Ravi: Liudmila Samsonova</li></ul>Bold Prediction:<ul><li>Pete: A qualifier will reach the quarter-finals.</li><li>Mel: A player ranked outside the Top 10 in the world will reach the final.</li><li>Jonathan: Reigning champion Barbora Krejcikova shakes off the injury rust and reaches the round of 16.</li><li>Eddie: Home-country hopefuls will see Emma Raducanu and Katie Boulter both make the quarter-finals.</li><li>Charlotte: Carson Branstine will beat Roland-Garros semifinalist Lois Boisson in qualifying.*</li><li>Pat: The final will not feature a Top 10 player.</li><li>Francesco: A Czech player will make the final.</li><li>Ravi: Iga Swiatek will make the semifinals.</li></ul>The WTA's best return to Montreal this summer for the National Bank Open presented by Rogers July 26 to Aug. 7, 2025 at IGA Stadium. 2025 Tickets are on sale. <a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/montreal/montreal-tickets-packages" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Get your tickets today!</a>Feature Photo: Martin Sidorjak

WTA Power Rankings: Will There Be Another Wimbledon Surprise?

Days until National Bank Open: 31<h2>Alcaraz Stays Hot</h2>Carlos Alcaraz maintained his excellent form ahead of Wimbledon, winning the HSBC Championships in London. The world No. 2 outlasted Jiri Lehecka 7-5, 6-7(5), 6-2 to win his fifth ATP title of the season and 21st of his career.<figure class="media"><iframe frameborder="0" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/m7gaabLa0Y4" style="visibility: visible;" width="100%" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe></figure>Alcaraz has now won three consecutive tournaments - the Masters 1000 event in Rome, Roland-Garros, and now his second title at the Queen’s Club. His win streak has reached 18 matches, having also reached five consecutive finals.The 22-year-old Spainard made a quick transition from his triumphs on clay, winning his first grass-court event of the season as he ramps up to Wimbledon where he looks to win at the All-England Club for the third-consecutive year. Wimbledon is set to begin on June 30. Read also: <a href="https://www.tenniscanada.com/news/pro-tennis/2025/monday-digest-diallos-perfect-grass-breakthrough" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Diallo’s Perfect Grass Breakthrough</a><h2>Bublik claims Halle crown for second time</h2>Alexander Bublik claimed his first ATP title of the season on Sunday, defeating Daniil Medvedev 6-3, 7-6(4). It’s the fifth title of the Kazakhstani’s career and the second time he’s won the title in Halle, adding to his 2023 victory, becoming just the fourth player in tournament history to win more than once, joining Roger Federer, Yevgeny Kafelnikov, and Tommy Haas. <figure class="media"><iframe frameborder="0" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/j2ZvhzxXozU" style="visibility: visible;" width="100%" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe></figure>Bublik, who upset world No. 1 Jannik Sinner en route to the Halle title, has been red hot to start the summer, reaching his first Grand Slam quarter-final at Roland-Garros before winning in Halle. At one point this season, the 27-year-old had lost 18 of 22 matches and sat outside the Top 75 in the ATP rankings but now has risen to No. 30. Read also: <a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/news/read/2025/american-tennis-thriving-french-open-champion-coco-gauff-helm" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">American Tennis is Thriving with French Open Champion Coco Gauff at the Helm</a><h2>Coming up on Tour</h2>ATP 250 - MallorcaThe 250-level championship in Mallorca began on Monday with a pair of Canadians in the field. Felix Auger-Aliassime enters as the second seed and will advance to the second round with a bye.Gabriel Diallo has kept up his good form on the grass, reaching the quarter-finals with wins over Jaume Munar and Lasla Djere.<figure class="media"><iframe frameborder="0" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/zNLQ-SKuSFk" style="visibility: visible;" width="100%" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe></figure>American Ben Shelton enters the tournament as the No. 1 seed with Alex Michelsen (3), Tallon Griekspoor (4), and Alexandre Mueller (5) rounding out the top five seeds.Read Also: <a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/news/read/2025/alcaraz-sinner-lead-new-chapter-tennis-greatest-rivalries" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Alcaraz, Sinner lead new chapter in tennis’ greatest rivalries</a>ATP 250 - EastbourneThe Lexus Eastbourne Open began on Monday with a pair of Americans holding the top seeds. World No. 5 Taylor Fritz looks for his second grass title of the season and will take on Joao Fonseca after receiving a bye to the Round of 16 as the top seed. Tommy Paul, who fell out of the Top 10 in the latest ATP ranking updates, looks to get back on track at the second seed.Jakub Mensik, Ugo Humbert, and Flavio Cobolli round out the top five seeds. <h2>All winners from last week:</h2>ATP 500 - London●   Men’s Singles: Carlos Alcaraz* (5/21) d. Jiri Lehecka●   Men’s Doubles: Julian Cash/Lloyd Glasspool d. Nikola Mektic/Michael VenusATP 500 - Halle●   Men’s Singles: Alexander Bublik* (1/ 5) d. Daniil Medvedev●   Men’s Doubles: Kevin Kraqietz/Tim Putz d. Andrea Vavassori/Simone Bolelli* 2025 Titles/Career Titles Read also: <a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/news/read/2025/whos-expected-play-2025-national-bank-open" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Who's expected to play the 2025 National Bank Open?</a>The <a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/news/read/2025/whos-expected-play-2025-national-bank-open" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">ATP's best</a> return to Toronto this summer for the National Bank Open presented by Rogers July 26 to Aug. 7, 2025 at Sobeys Stadium. 2025 Tickets are on sale. <a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/toronto/toronto-tickets-packages" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Get your tickets today</a>!Feature Photo : @QueensTennis

NBO in Focus: Alcaraz heats up ahead of Wimbledon

Days until National Bank Open: 31 <h3>Vondrousova crowned champion on grass once again</h3>Since her breakthrough Wimbledon triumph in 2023, Marketa Vondrousova has had a challenging few years. After shoulder surgery in August and only six match wins in the last six months, the former world No. 6 dropped to 164th in the WTA rankings ahead of the 2025 Berlin Open.However, the switch to grass this year seemed to have turned things around for the Czech.<figure class="media"><iframe frameborder="0" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/fPWkloPkzxA" style="visibility: visible;" width="100%" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe></figure>Vondrousova was crowned champion in the German capital, her first title since her run at the All-England Club two years ago. The 25-year-old defeated Australian Open champion Madison Keys and world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka en route to her finals win over qualifier Xinyu Wang.The Sokolov-native is now the Czech No. 5, rising 91 spots up the rankings to 73rd.<h3>Kvitova announces retirement after U.S. Open</h3>A former world No. 2, Petra Kvitova has announced she is calling it a career following the U.S. Open. The 35-year-old Czech made the announcement just a day after being granted a wild card into Wimbledon, the tournament where Kvitova was twice crowned champion.Read Also: <a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/news/read/2025/whos-expected-play-2025-national-bank-open" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Who's expected to play the 2025 National Bank Open?</a>“I am excited and very much looking forward to soak in the beauty of playing The Championships, Wimbledon one more time, a place that holds the most cherished memories in my career,” Kvitova said on social media.The former Czech No. 1 also won Olympic singles bronze in 2016 and led Czechia to six Billie Jean King Cup titles.<h3>Tune-ups before Wimbledon</h3>The Bad Homburg Open and Rothesay Eastbourne International mark the final tournaments before Wimbledon while qualifying also begins at the All-England Club.Canadian No. 1 Leylah Annie Fernandez defeated Queen’s Club champion Tatjana Maria in the first round in Bad Homburg but lost to No. 2 seed Jasmine Paolini in the second. Jessica Pegula comes in as the No. 1 seed.<figure class="media"><iframe frameborder="0" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/4eTmGttrz_M" style="visibility: visible;" width="100%" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe></figure>In Eastbourne, British No. 1 Emma Raducanu is off to a winning start on home soil once again, looking to bring a title into Wimbledon where she hopes to become the first British ladies champion there in 48 years.Meanwhile at the All-England Club, Roland-Garros semifinalist Lois Boisson was stunned in the first round of qualifying by Canadian No. 6 Carson Branstine, fresh off her first WTA Tour win in ‘s-Hertogenbosch. Branstine meets fellow Canadian Bianca Andreescu in the second round on Wednesday while Victoria Mboko is the only other Canuck remaining in qualifying.<h4>All winners from last week:</h4>WTA 500 Berlin<ul style="list-style-type:disc;"><li>Women’s Singles: Marketa Vondrousova* (1/3) d. Xinyu Wang</li><li>Women’s Doubles: Tereza Mihalikova/Olivia Nicholls d. Sara Errani/Jasmine Paolini</li></ul>WTA 250 Nottingham<ul style="list-style-type:disc;"><li>Women’s Singles: McCartney Kessler* (2/3) d. Dayana Yastremska</li><li>Women’s Doubles: Beatriz Haddad Maia/Laura Siegemund d. Anna Danilina/Ena Shibahara</li></ul>*(2025 titles/career titles)The WTA's best return to Montreal this summer for the National Bank Open presented by Rogers July 26 to Aug. 7, 2025 at IGA Stadium. 2025 Tickets are on sale. <a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/montreal/montreal-tickets-packages" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Get your tickets today!</a>Feature Photo: Martin Sidorjak

Destination NBO by STM: Vondrousova wins first title since 2023 Wimbledon

And there’s no doubt that the Brit’s meteoric rise has put the tennis world on notice.The 23-year-old began the 2024 season ranked just outside the Top 60, soaring up the rankings over the next year and a half. At the U.S. Open last September, Draper became the first British man to reach the semifinals in New York since Andy Murray in 2012. The Sutton-native cracked the Top 20 with the result.Draper’s success in the States continued into 2025. The British No. 1 defeated Taylor Fritz, Alcaraz, and Holger Rune en route to his maiden Masters 1000 title in Indian Wells, bringing Draper into the Top 10.<figure class="media"><iframe frameborder="0" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/r_u4fVOD9Ng" style="visibility: visible;" width="100%" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe></figure>After a solid clay season that featured a runner-up finish in Madrid, the Brit was ranked a career-high fourth following the French Open.Now, Draper’s expectations are higher than ever heading into his home tournament and there is always some pressure for the British to perform on grass’ biggest stage – the English national soccer team know all about that.Read Also: <a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/news/read/2025/alcaraz-sinner-lead-new-chapter-tennis-greatest-rivalries" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Alcaraz, Sinner lead new chapter in tennis’ greatest rivalries</a>Wimbledon hasn’t had a British singles champion since Murray in 2016. Over those nine years, only Cameron Norrie has reached at least the quarter-final, finishing as a semifinalist three years ago. Draper now has the best chance to follow the British No. 3’s 2022 run at the All-England Club. However, the 23-year-old from Sutton has had some ups and downs on grass in recent years.Draper had quite an impressive 2024 on the lawns. The world No. 6 earned his first ATP Tour title in Stuttgart in 2024, defeating former-Wimbledon finalist Matteo Berrettini. That same year, the Brit took down soon-to-be two-time All-England Club champion Alcaraz in straight sets at the Queen’s Club.<figure class="media"><iframe frameborder="0" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/q2YW0_anpdM" style="visibility: visible;" width="100%" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe></figure>On the Grand Slam stage is where Draper has yet to fully find his game on grass. The Indian Wells champion has never made it out of the second round at Wimbledon and was forced to miss out on the entire 2023 grass season due to a shoulder injury.But of course, a lot has changed. Draper is set to make his fourth main-draw appearance at the All-England Club and his spot in the rankings will give the home crowd much to get excited about.Read Also: <a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/news/read/2025/nbo-in-focus-diallo-wins-first-atp-tour-title" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Diallo wins first ATP Tour title</a>Even the British great Murray believes a Grand Slam title is not too out of sight for Draper as the three-time major champion told BBC Sport that, “[Draper’s] right in the mix now and doing extremely well. He’s going to give himself opportunities to win majors over the next five, ten years.”And how poetic would it be – if Draper’s maiden Grand Slam title came at Wimbledon, joining his idol Murray as the only British gentlemen’s singles winners at the All-England Club in the Open Era.The ATP's best return to Toronto this summer for the National Bank Open presented by Rogers July 27 to Aug. 7, 2025 at Sobeys Stadium. 2025 Tickets are on sale. <a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/toronto/toronto-tickets-packages" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Get your tickets today!</a>Feature Photo: Martin Sidorjak

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Will Draper be Britain’s new hope for Wimbledon glory?

While Raducanu became the first qualifier to ever win a Major, Boisson was only two matches away from landing a Grand Slam title in her Grand Slam debut. Eventual champion Coco Gauff foiled her opportunity at a truly historic achievement, but not before Boisson’s career trajectory — and life — forever changed. Not that the grounded Boisson, who was ranked no. 361 before the French Open began, herself expects much to differ away from the courts. “I have a great team with me, and I'm going to keep my feet well on the ground and all will be well,” said Boisson, who catapulted to no. 65 in the rankings following Roland-Garros. Let’s learn more about the 22-year-old, who looks set to make her WTA 1000 debut at the National Bank Open presented by Rogers in Montreal in July. <h3>Where was she born? </h3>Boisson was born in — somewhat fittingly since she cut the mustard at Roland-Garros — Dijon. She shares a May 16 birthday with another dark-haired French Open semifinalist — and the 1988 winner in Montreal — Gabriela Sabatini.READ: <a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/news/read/2025/american-tennis-thriving-french-open-champion-coco-gauff-helm" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">American Tennis is Thriving with French Open Champion Coco Gauff at the Helm</a>Boisson now resides around another tourist hotspot in France, Annecy, sometimes called the ‘Venice of the Alps.’<h3>Did she play the juniors?</h3>If junior rankings provide an indication of success at the pro level — we know that’s often not the case — Boisson’s career-high of no. 71 in 2021 wouldn’t have put her on the radar of many outside France. In her lone junior Grand Slam, Boisson did claim a set against current Top 20 regular Diana Shnaider. But injuries delayed her arrival to the big stage. It’s now well known that Boisson suffered a torn ACL just ahead of the 2024 French Open — after being given a wildcard to the year’s second Major. However, even before then, she didn’t play many matches (about 40 combined) in 2021 and 2022 due to other injuries, including one to her shoulder. <figure class="media"><iframe frameborder="0" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/lYWahfmtAZk" style="visibility: visible;" width="100%" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe></figure><h3>Who is her idol? </h3>Boisson’s favourite player is the undisputed King of Clay Rafael Nadal. She told the French Tennis Federation that watching the Spaniard land his 13th French Open title in 2020 had a significant impact. Later, she received a wildcard to compete in French Open qualifying, getting a chance to warm up on the same court, Philippe-Chatrier, that Nadal made his own. “It's a moment that marked me,” Boisson said. “I said to myself, ‘This is where I want to be.’”<h3>Has she played any WTA tournaments? </h3>Boisson’s injuries and associated lower ranking meant she only ever played one WTA tournament before the French Open, in Rouen, France in April. Was it eventful? You could say that. She started by easing past Harriet Dart, who during the match told the chair umpire that Boisson smelled “really bad.” Dart later apologized but Boisson saw the funny side, posting on social media that Dove should sponsor her. In her next outing, Boisson led Japan’s Moyuka Uchijima 6-1, 5-1 and held a match point — only to lose in three sets. That experience might have helped her at Roland-Garros, where she held firm to close out Top 10 players Jessica Pegula — the two-time defending NBO champ — and Mirra Andreeva. Boisson started her French Open by ousting another seed, Elise Mertens. <h3>How about the other surfaces? </h3>Boisson’s heavy forehand — a combination of speed and spin — is especially handy on clay courts, as is her drop shot. She enjoys gliding on the clay while her two-handed backhand can sometimes produce magic down the line. How does her game translate to the other surfaces? We’ll soon find out. Only about 70 of her 210 matches at professional tournaments have come outside of clay. Through the week of June 8, she has never competed on grass, while her winning percentage at hard court events (all of which are at lower levels) sits at roughly 50%. But one thing is for certain — given her huge ranking bump, Boisson figures to feature much more on hard courts for the rest of this year. The WTA's best <a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/news/read/2025/the-ultimate-ticket-guide-2025-nbo-redefined-experience" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">return to Montreal this summer</a> for the National Bank Open presented by Rogers July 26 to Aug. 7, 2025 at IGA Stadium. 2025 Tickets are on sale. <a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/montreal/montreal-tickets-packages" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Get your tickets today!</a>Feature photo: ©Nicolas Gouhier / FFT

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Get to Know Lois Boisson: France’s New WTA No. 1

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The event will be bigger and better in more ways than one thanks to its <a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/nbo-redefined" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">new 12-day format</a> which will introduce additional players (from 56 to 96), rounds (seven instead of six), and sessions (21 instead of 15), not to mention a revamped on-site offering across the board from food and beverage to on-site activities and entertainment in <a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/montreal/what-do-iga-stadium" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Montreal</a> and <a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/toronto/what-to-do-at-sobeys-stadium">Toronto</a>.<figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:1454/1080;" src="https://assets.nationalbankopen.com/production/_banner/New-Calendar-blue-en-2.webp" alt="" width="1200" height="1080" /></figure>*Dates, schedules, sessions, and programming are subject to change. But what does that mean for the fan experience when it comes to the match schedule and buying tickets to see even more world-class tennis from July 26-August 7? Don’t worry, let us break it down for you. If it starts to feel like déjà vu that’s because we’re approaching the Grand Slam formula.<figure class="image"><img src="https://assets.nationalbankopen.com/production/Playground-assets/_default/tennis-playground.webp" alt="" /></figure><h3>A Big Opening Weekend for Little Fans – Qualifying and First Round (July 26 and 27)</h3>Both cities will once again kick off their festivities with the always-popular <a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/montreal/get-full-experience/montreal-activities?date=2025-07-26" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">IGA Family Weekend</a> in association with LEGO in Montreal and the <a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/toronto/get-full-experience/toronto-activities?date=2025-07-26" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">407 ETR Family Weekend</a> in Toronto which are tailormade for fans of all ages. Starting in 2025, qualifying will be a one-day affair on Saturday, July 26 with 32 players vying for a place in the main draw. In Toronto, admission is free while in Montreal, free grounds passes are available for the day as well as reserved seating on the main show courts starting for as little as $10. It’s the perfect opportunity to introduce your friends and family to tennis.In addition to plenty of kid-friendly attractions like face painting, mascots, cotton candy, and giant bubbles, both family weekends will also host the tournament’s always-popular ball hockey game (on Saturday in Montreal and on Sunday in Toronto) featuring several  of your favourite tennis stars going up against some  of hockey’s biggest names. Montreal will also welcome players from the Roses, the city’s new professional women’s soccer team to put their talent on display in a friendly game against the WTA.   <figure class="image"><img src="https://assets.nationalbankopen.com/production/Playground-assets/_default/family-weekend-img-tor.webp" alt="" /></figure> Both family weekends will wrap up on Sunday, August 27 with a noteworthy slate of first round matchups on tap during the day and in the evening. Opening Night presented by Sobeys in Toronto and a special celebration recognizing the NBO’s 45th anniversary in Montreal will kick off the tournament in style and welcome fans into the Tennis Playground.<figure><a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/montreal/tickets-packages/montreals-family-experience" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><img src="https://assets.nationalbankopen.com/production/_default/12244630/IGA_Family_Weekend_Montreal_CTA.webp" alt="" width="432" height="101" /></a></figure><figure><a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/toronto/tickets-packages/torontos-family-experience" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><img src="https://assets.nationalbankopen.com/production/_default/12244629/407_ETR_Family_Weekend_CTA.webp" alt="" width="428" height="116" /></a></figure><h3>Opening Week – First, Second, and Third Rounds (July 28 – August 1)</h3>An expanded 96-player main draw means an extra round and a first-round bye for the top 32 seeds (previously, only the top 8 seeds were given byes), so more of the best players will debut on Tuesday or Wednesday. Each round up until the semi-finals will be contested over two days and players will also benefit from a day of rest between matches.The tournament will also introduce new theme days meant to celebrate some of Tennis Canada’s grassroots initiatives. Community Day  (July 28) is meant to recognize and honour the individuals and organizations—ambassadors, builders, donors, partners, and more—who have helped shape tennis across Canada. Rogers First Set Day (July 29) will allow fans to discover Tennis Canada’s national program that introduces Canadian youth to tennis in a fun, welcoming, and positive environment. National Bank Day (July 31) will be dedicated to continuing to promote gender equity in tennis and highlight inspirational women in sport. On Monday, July 28, both <a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/montreal/get-full-experience/montreal-activities?date=2025-07-28" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Montreal</a> and <a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/toronto/get-full-experience/toronto-activities?date=2025-07-28" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Toronto</a> will host a Mental Health Panel as part of Tennis Canada’s mission to improve the well-being of all tennis players across Canada and to ensure a safe and inclusive environment for all those who pick up a racquet. <figure class="image"><img src="https://assets.nationalbankopen.com/production/Playground-assets/_default/Opening-weekend-2images.webp" alt="" /></figure> Tickets for these sessions provide the most value for fans wanting to catch a glimpse of tennis’ biggest names and the next generation of stars.<figure><a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/montreal/tickets-packages/montreal-single-session-tickets" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><img src="https://assets.nationalbankopen.com/production/_default/12244003/Montreal_Single_Session_Tickets_CTA.webp" alt="" width="432" height="101" /></a></figure><figure><a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/toronto/tickets-packages/toronto-single-session-tickets" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><img src="https://assets.nationalbankopen.com/production/_default/12244004/Toronto_Single_Session_Tickets.webp" alt="" width="432" height="117" /></a></figure><h3>TennisFest– Round of 16 (August 2 and 3)</h3>The second weekend at the NBO will be must-see for every tennis fan, from the avid followers to the newcomers, as the remaining 16 players in singles go head-to-head on Centre Court for a place in the quarter-finals over two days and four sessions.<figure class="image"><img src="https://assets.nationalbankopen.com/production/Playground-assets/_default/Mid-week-2images.webp" alt="" /></figure> It promises to be a hot ticket, not only because of the must-see matches , but also because of the festival-like atmosphere around the grounds thanks to the plethora of activities on tap as part of TennisFest. This new thematic weekend will feature enhanced activations around three key pillars: accessibility and exploring the different ways to play tennis, entertainment, and gastronomy. This includes live music, DJ sets, a coffee party, oyster and all-day cocktail happy hours, ‘Paint &amp; Sip’ workshops, an introduction to wheelchair tennis, and much more.  Hey, if the tennis Gods are going to bless us with a weekend in the middle of our tournament, we’re going to take full advantage. Plus, fans will have the chance to show off their best vintage tennis outfits and travel back in time to remember iconic tennis moments from the past as part of Retro Night.Grounds passes to attend TennisFest are available for free in <a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/montreal/get-full-experience/montreal-activities?date=2025-08-02" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Montreal</a>. <figure><a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/montreal/tickets-packages/montreal-multi-session-packages" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><img src="https://assets.nationalbankopen.com/production/_default/12244005/Montreal-Multi-Session-Packages.webp" alt="" width="433" height="101" /></a></figure><figure><a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/toronto/tickets-packages/toronto-multi-session-packages" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><img src="https://assets.nationalbankopen.com/production/_default/12244006/Toronto-Multi-Session-Packages.webp" alt="" width="432" height="117" /></a></figure><h3>Championship Week – Quarter-finals, Semi-finals, and Finals (August 4-7)</h3>Speaking of a hot ticket, popular will surely be used to describe what’s on offer during week two with the final three rounds of the tournament set to be held exclusively on Centre Court and exclusively at night over a period of four days, offering more matches in primetime, elevating the experience for fans on-site and those watching from home.<figure class="image"><img src="https://assets.nationalbankopen.com/production/Playground-assets/_default/Second-week-2images.webp" alt="" /></figure> The inaugural edition of NBO Redefined will culminate with the crowning of our 2025 singles and doubles champions under the lights on Thursday, August 7.Off the court, every night session during Championship Week will be brought to life with live music and unique sponsor activations thanks to Audi, Psycho Bunny, and Emirates (in <a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/toronto/get-full-experience/toronto-activities?date=2025-08-04" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Toronto</a> only). In <a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/montreal/tickets-packages/montreal-single-session-tickets?date=2025-08-07" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Montreal</a>, there will be an after-party on-site at the conclusion of singles and doubles finals. Given these additional opportunities to enjoy the excitement of a live sporting event, our ticket options provide you the flexibility to hand pick the products that best suits your schedule, your passion for tennis, and your budget. There’s something for everyone including the diehard fan who is eager to attend all 21 sessions and share the ultimate tennis experience with their guest list.   <h3>Stronger Together: UNMATCHED Gender Equity Conference is coming to the NBO</h3>Tennis Canada announced that not only will the fourth edition of the <a href="https://www.tenniscanada.com/change-game/game-set-equity/unmatched-conference" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">UNMATCHED Gender Equity in Sports Conference</a> presented by National Bank be held on-site at the tournament in Toronto on Tuesday, August 5 prior to the quarter-finals, but the conference is also expanding to include a much-anticipated landmark event in Montreal on Wednesday, August 6 at IGA Stadium before the semi-finals are staged.Basketball legend <a href="https://www.tenniscanada.com/profiles/dawn-staley" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Dawn Staley</a> will be the keynote speaker in Toronto with more inspiring speakers and panelists  set to be unveiled for both cities in the coming weeks. Buy your tickets now for the conferences in <a href="https://www.tenniscanada.com/change-game/game-set-equity/unmatched-conference/unmatched-montreal-2025" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Montreal</a> and <a href="https://www.tenniscanada.com/change-game/game-set-equity/unmatched-conference/unmatched-toronto-2025" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Toronto</a>. Plus, <a href="https://www.tenniscanada.com/change-game/game-set-equity/unmatched-conference/unmatched-sign-up" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">sign up</a> to receive information about the speaker lineup, event details as well as themes and topics.  <figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:600/600;" src="https://assets.nationalbankopen.com/production/news/_medium/12323826/Dawn-Staley.webp" alt="" width="600" height="600" /></figure><h3>Some Important NBO Dates to Remember:</h3>July 2 and 3: Player List announcements in Toronto and MontrealJuly 20: Road to NBO wildcard recipients announcedJuly 21: NBO top seeds announcedJuly 25 and 26: Official draw ceremonies in Toronto and MontrealJuly 26: Qualifying matches are contested in both citiesJuly 27: Main draw play begins, highlighted by an Opening Night ceremonyJuly 28: Community Day featuring a Mental Health PanelJuly 29: Rogers First Set DayJuly 31: National Bank Day August 2-3: TennisFest Weekend August 2: Retro Night August 4: Psycho Bunny Night August 5: Emirates Night (in Toronto only) August 6: Audi Night August 5 and 6: UNMATCHED Gender Equity Conference in Toronto and MontrealAugust 7: Singles and Doubles Finals (with after-party in Montreal only)<figure><a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/montreal/tickets-packages/montreal-full-event-packages" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><img src="https://assets.nationalbankopen.com/production/_default/12244007/Montreal_Full_Event_Packages_CTA.webp" alt="" width="433" height="101" /></a></figure><figure><a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/toronto/tickets-packages/toronto-full-event-packages" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><img src="https://assets.nationalbankopen.com/production/_default/12244008/Toronto_Full_Event_Packages.webp" alt="" width="432" height="117" /></a></figure><h3>The 2025 National Bank Open may mark the dawn of a new era for tennis in Canada, but the familiarity of its welcoming nature, vibrant energy, and electric atmosphere will still make it feel like the good old days.</h3>Access all Montreal ticket options here &#x1f447; <figure><a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/montreal/montreal-tickets-packages" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><img src="https://assets.nationalbankopen.com/production/Playground-assets/_default/12287088/250304-NBO-Phase3-Campaign-600x250_obn_phase3_owned_email_header_v2_en.webp" alt="" /></a> </figure>Access all Toronto ticket options here &#x1f447;<figure><a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/toronto/toronto-tickets-packages" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><img src="https://assets.nationalbankopen.com/production/Playground-assets/_default/12287086/250304-NBO-Phase3-Campaign-600x250_nbo_phase3_owned_email_header_v2_en.webp" alt="" /></a></figure> DID YOU KNOW THAT THE NBO IS A TENNIS CANADA EVENT?By attending the tournament, you are <a href="https://www.tenniscanada.com/donate/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">contributing to a brighter future for tennis in Canada.</a>

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“With a 96-player draw, six additional sessions, and the strongest player field in our history, we are thrilled to be entering a bold new era of the National Bank Open presented by Rogers, kicking off our redefined identity as the Tennis Playground,” said Karl Hale, Tournament Director, NBO Toronto. “With more players and an added round of action [the Round of 128], fans will get to witness more world-class tennis than ever before. Already, 2025 has delivered some of the most exciting moments in Masters 1000 and Grand Slam history – and now, Toronto is ready to take centre stage.”Headlining this year’s player list are the world’s top two players, Jannik Sinner (No. 1) and Carlos Alcaraz (No. 2). Since Sinner took home the NBO title in 2023, his first ATP Masters 1000 title, he’s emerged as a dominant force on Tour, claiming three Grand Slam crowns, three more Masters 1000 titles, and the year-end ATP Finals in 2024. Alcaraz, who is still looking to lift his first NBO trophy, currently boasts five Grand Slam championships and seven Masters 1000 titles. In June, the Sinner-Alcaraz rivalry delivered an epic final match at Roland-Garros, which the Spaniard took in the fifth-set tiebreak to move ahead 8-4 in their head-to-head. The two superstars have combined to win the last six Grand Slam tournaments. “I’m very much looking forward to being back in Toronto for the National Bank Open presented by Rogers,” said Sinner. “This tournament will always hold a special place in my heart, as Toronto is where I won my first big title. The fans in Canada made the victory all the more special, and I can't wait to play in front of them once again.” <h3>Canadians Félix Auger-Aliassime, Denis Shapovalov, and Gabriel Diallo are among the star-studded player field </h3>For the first time since 2021, three Canadians are ranked inside the ATP's Top 40 and will gain direct entry into the NBO main draw. Montreal’s Félix Auger-Aliassime, world No. 28, will be making his eighth appearance at the NBO, previously reaching the quarter-finals in 2022. Richmond Hill's Denis Shapovalov, world No. 30, is also set to compete at the NBO for the eighth time, with his best performance coming in 2017 as an 18-year-old when he defeated Rafael Nadal en route to the semi-finals. Rounding out the group is Montrealer Gabriel Diallo, ranked 40th in the world, who will be playing in his fourth NBO, having won his first ATP main-draw match at the event in 2023. “Canada, I can't wait to be back at home and playing in front of all of you at this year's National Bank Open presented by Rogers,” said Félix Auger-Aliassime. "The atmosphere and fans in Toronto are always amazing, and it's not something I take for granted. I'm going to give it everything I've got, and I hope that we can go on a deep run together!”<figure class="media"><iframe frameborder="0" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/ciuZBCTbaSE?si=5Nta8YZq21GA0mAS" style="visibility: visible;" width="100%" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe></figure>In addition to Sinner and Alcaraz, the remainder of the Top 5 – Alexander Zverev (No. 3), Jack Draper (No. 4), and Taylor Fritz (No. 5) – are all part of the entry list. Zverev, who won the NBO in 2017, will be joined by fellow champions Novak Djokovic (No. 6), Daniil Medvedev (No. 9), and Alexei Popyrin (No. 22). Other notable names include NBO finalists Alex de Minaur (No. 11), Andrey Rublev (No. 14), Stefanos Tsitsipas (No. 26), and Hubert Hurkacz (No, 39); Americans Ben Shelton (No. 10), Frances Tiafoe (No. 12), and Tommy Paul (No. 13); as well as rising stars Jakub Mensik (No. 17) and Joao Fonseca (No. 54). Click <a href="https://tenniscanadamediacentre.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Player-List-NBO-2025.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a> for the complete entry list in Toronto. The first NBO of a redefined era, held at Sobeys Stadium, will kick off with a one-day qualifying round on Saturday, July 26, followed by main-draw action from Sunday, July 27 to Thursday, August 7. The popular 407 ETR Family Weekend in association with LEGOwill be held again this year from July 26-27, while TennisFest, a new event at the NBO featuring must-see entertainment, hands-on activities, and distinctive food and beverage offerings, will take place during the second weekend, August 2 and 3. The Top 32 players will be receiving first-round byes, meaning they will make their tournament debuts on Tuesday, July 29 or Wednesday, July 30.   In the coming weeks, five main-draw wild cards will be announced, including the champion of Tennis Canada’s new competition for Canadian players, the <a href="https://www.tenniscanada.com/cheer-canada/canadians-action#road-to-the-nbo" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Road to the NBO</a>. The official draw ceremony date has been set and will be at 12:00 p.m. Eastern on Friday, July 25. Click <a href="https://nationalbankopen.com/toronto/toronto-tickets-packages" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a> to secure your tickets to the new era of the NBO. <h3>NATIONAL BANK OPEN RECEIVES FUNDING FROM THE TORONTO SIGNIFICANT EVENT INVESTMENT PROGRAM </h3>Tennis Canada has been named as a successful applicant for Toronto Significant Event Investment Program (TSEIP) funding for the 2025 National Bank Open. TSEIP supports the City of Toronto Bidding and Hosting Strategy for Significant Special Events and will provide $200,000 to support the tournament in the inaugural year of its expansion, generating increased national and international visibility for Toronto. “We are very grateful for the financial support provided by the City of Toronto through the Toronto Significant Event Investment Program,” said Gavin Ziv, Chief Executive Officer, Tennis Canada. “These funds have played a key role in helping us successfully transition to a bigger and better tournament, in what is a very important year as we debut our expanded format. We are sure the new experience for players and fans will help drive attendees to our event, tourism to the Greater Toronto Area and drive economic value.” “The City of Toronto is proud to support this year's National Bank Open through our Toronto Significant Event Investment Program (TSEIP),” said Pat Tobin, General Manager, Economic Development and Culture, City of Toronto. “This prestigious tournament plays a vital role in advancing Toronto’s position as a premier destination for world-class sporting events, while also contributing to our local economy and the continued growth of tennis in our city.” Feature photo by: Peter Power

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