Rotterdam Open Tournament Guide 2023
The Rotterdam Open (also known as the ABN AMRO World Tennis Tournament) is an ATP men’s tennis tournament played in the Dutch city of Rotterdam.
It is the first ATP 500 tournament of the year attracting some of the best tennis players in the world as they look to win the big points. It is also one of the only indoor hard court tournaments on the ATP tour.
The Rotterdam Open is a wonderful tournament to attend, with it being in the heart of a beautiful city, which is why I’ve created this guide so you can learn everything you need to know if you plan on travelling to this great event.
Rotterdam Open Overview
Tournament | Rotterdam Open |
Tournament Level | ATP 500 |
Venue | Rotterdam Ahoy |
Location | Rotterdam, Netherlands |
Dates | 13 Feb - 19 Feb |
Official Website |
Where is the Rotterdam Open Played?
The Rotterdam Open is an indoor, hard court tournament played in Rotterdam, Netherlands. The ATP 500 tournament takes place at the Rotterdam Ahoy stadium which has a seating capacity of 15,818.
When is the Rotterdam Open Played?
The Rotterdam Open 2023 starts on the 13th of February 2023 and finishes on the 19th of February 2023.
The qualifying for the event starts on the 11th of February 2023 and finishes on the 12th of February 2023.
Who are the Previous Rotterdam Open Champions?
Year | Champion |
2022 | Félix Auger-Aliassime |
2021 | Andrey Rublev |
2020 | Gaël Monfils |
2019 | Gaël Monfils |
2018 | Roger Federer |
Who’s Playing in the Rotterdam Open in 2023?
World no.4 Stefanos Tsitsipas and 2021 champion Andrey Rublev are both expected to play at the Rotterdam Open in 2023 as well as Russian star Daniil Medvedev.
It is likely we will also see 2022 champion Felix Auger-Aliassime looking to defend his title in Rotterdam this year as well.
Rotterdam Open Draw 2023
You can view the draw for the Rotterdam Open 2023 below:
Rotterdam Open Prize Money and Ranking Points
Prize Money
Singles
2023 | Prize Money € Euro | Prize Money $ USD |
Winner | €387,940 | $414,269 |
Runner-up | €208,730 | $222,896 |
Semi-final | €111,245 | $118,795 |
Quarter-final | €56,835 | $60,692 |
Round 2 | €30,345 | $32,404 |
Round 1 | €16,180 | $17,278 |
Doubles
2023 | Prize Money € Euro | Prize Money $ USD |
Winner | €127,440 | $136,089 |
Runner-up | €67,960 | $72,572 |
Semi-final | €34,380 | $36,713 |
Quarter-final | €17,190 | $18,356 |
Round 1 | €8,900 | $9,504 |
Ranking Points
Round | Points |
Winner | 500 |
Runner-up | 300 |
Semi-final | 180 |
Quarter-final | 90 |
Round of 16 | 45 |
Round of 32 | 20 |
How Do I Get Rotterdam Open Tickets?
There are a couple different ticket options on offer for the Rotterdam Open in 2023.
Regular tickets: This is the basic ticket option where you will get an allocated seat to the event. You can choose to buy a ticket to either the afternoon or evening session on each day. Prices for the regular tickets start at €48 and increase in price towards the later stages of the tournament. You can also buy tickets to the qualifying sessions which cost €14.50 each.
Weeklong Pass: This is the pass to get access to all of the sessions across the week. These start at €325.
Tickets for the Rotterdam Open 2023 can be found on the official Rotterdam Open website.
Where Should I Stay for the Rotterdam Open?
The Rotterdam Ahoy is a beautiful stadium located in the centre of Rotterdam. There are many great places to stay in Rotterdam with many different options to choose from.
- Bastion Hotel Rotterdam Zuid: great budget-friendly option short drive from the venue.
- ART Hotel Rotterdam: one of the most popular 4-star hotels in Rotterdam.
- Mainport Design Hotel: 5-star hotel in the heart of the city.
- Rotterdam Marriott Hotel: luxury 5-star hotel with a great restaurant.
- Central Suite Rotterdam: beautiful dutch apartment within walking distance from the venue.
What to do in Rotterdam
Rotterdam is a city in the Dutch province of Holland famous for its modern and unique architecture. It has lots of sightseeing opportunities as well as a great nightlife with streets filled with bars and nightclubs. It is also well known for its port, which is the largest in Europe.
The Markthal
Visit The Markthal in the heart of Rotterdam which is a huge building filled with shops and restaurants as well as pop up market stalls.
The building has incredible artwork and very unique architecture that you won’t see anywhere else. The markthal is filled with loads of food stalls with many different foods from all around the world.
If you get the chance I’d recommend you try poffertjes which is one of the most famous dishes in Netherlands. They are like small pancakes and are traditionally served with melted butter and dusted with icing sugar.
Rotterdam Land and Sea Splash Tour
Explore Rotterdam in a fun and different way with this Land and Sea Splash Tour.
You will be taken on a tour around Rotterdam, visiting the famous attractions of the city whilst riding onboard a land-and-water vehicle. The vehicle will pass from both the city streets to the Maas River making for a very unique experience.
Whilst onboard, tour guides will be talking about the history of this Dutch city so you can learn all about the culture of Rotterdam.
Rotterdam Zoo
A stunning zoo filled with loads of exotic animals and an incredible aquarium with a glass walkthrough section that’ll leave you in awe.
The Rotterdam zoo is a great day out with friends and family that won’t disappoint.
How is the Weather in Rotterdam?
February is a cold month for Rotterdam with highs of around 7°C and lows of 1°C. You can also expect quite a bit of rainfall during this time of the year in Holland.
However the Rotterdam Open is an indoor tournament so the weather won’t effect any matches.
How Do I Watch the Rotterdam Open?
You can watch the Rotterdam Open 2023 on TennisTV.
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