As the focus shifts from the thrilling Six Kings Slam in Riyadh, the ATP Tour is now poised for an exciting series of events in Europe. Players are set to compete at prestigious tournaments, including the Vienna Open in Austria and the Swiss Indoors Basel in Switzerland.
The Swiss Indoors Basel, which takes place from October 20 to October 26, will be highlighted by American stars Taylor Fritz and Ben Shelton, both positioned within the top six players globally. Fritz, currently ranked fourth, has garnered attention for his remarkable improvement in speed and agility, with many expecting him to challenge high-profile players such as Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz in future tournaments. Conversely, the performance of Ben Shelton, ranked sixth, is under scrutiny due to a persistent shoulder issue that could affect his play, as noted by tennis analyst Pam Shriver.
The tournament will also welcome world No. 10 Holger Rune, who participated in last year’s Six Kings Slam, and world No. 12 Casper Ruud. Additionally, several notable top-20 players like Félix Auger-Aliassime, Jiri Lehecka, Jakub Mensik, and Alejandro Davidovich Fokina are slated to compete. The event will also feature wildcard entry Valentin Vacherot, who is coming off an impressive victory at the Shanghai Masters.
The St. Jakobshalle in Basel serves as the tournament venue, boasting a seating capacity of 8,000 and an overall capacity of 12,400, including standing room. Designed by famed architect Giovanni Panozzo, the indoor arena is well-equipped for hosting high-level tennis matches.
Fans in the United States can watch the Swiss Indoors Basel live on the Tennis Channel, with streaming options available through Fubo, which is currently offering a free trial for new subscribers. Broadcasting begins at 5:30 a.m. ET on October 20 and continues throughout the week, with key matches scheduled to start earlier on Wednesday and include semi-finals and finals on the weekend.
The 2025 Swiss Indoors Basel boasts a prize pool of $2,915,972, an increase from the previous year’s total. The tour’s champion will receive $549,574, with the runner-up earning $295,709, while those reaching the semi-finals can secure $157,614.
As the tournament approaches, anticipation builds for a week of electrifying tennis at one of Switzerland’s premier sporting events, further showcasing the immense talent present on the ATP Tour.