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World Star Tsitsipás, Former Winner Auger-Aliassime, and Belgian Sensation Zizou Bergs!

With five players from the top 30, the European Open promises to be a world-class tournament again this year. The…

Former winner Félix Auger-Aliassime returns to the European Open!

The list of competitors for the European Open (13-20 October 2024) looks impressive. With also Félix Auger-Aliassime, the tournament in…

Belgian star Zizou Bergs takes part in playing European Open after impressive year

We are proud to announce that Zizou Bergs, one of Belgium’s most promising tennis talents, will once again return to…

Thanks to Street Tennis, underprivileged youth in Antwerp get a taste of tennis.

In the lead-up to the European Open, a new edition of Street Tennis will be organized on August 13, 2024….

The Tsitsipás Brothers Defend Their Doubles Title!

Is there anything stronger than the bond between two brothers? In the Tsitsipás family, certainly not. In fact, Stéfanos and…

The European Open unveils big name: superstar Stefanos Tsitsipas will return to Antwerp!

The European Open (October 13-20, 2024) has added a big name to its participants list. None other than Stefanos Tsitsipas,…

Ethias becomes sponsor of the European Open 2024

Ethias is proud to announce that they are the new sponsor of the European Open 2024. This partnership confirms Ethias’…

Tennis For Life & Legends Match

Legends Game and Tennis For Life at the European Open 2023 The European Open 2023 not only featured thrilling matches…

Alexander Bublik captures third ATP title after win at European Open

Alexander Bublik has won the European Open to his credit after a thrilling match against Arthur Fils. Bublik won his…

Our star doubles

The European Open 2023 tennis tournament is in full swing, and the doubles matches have already provided spectators with many…

Fils and Bublik battle for singles title European Open 2023

The finalists of the European Open have been announced: Alexander Bublik and Arthur Fils will fight for the highly desirable…

Kids Day European Open organised by TennisVlaanderen

The European Open, Belgium’s most prestigious tennis tournament, not only offers a spectacular show for experienced tennis enthusiasts but also…

Tsitsipas-Fils and Bublik-Marterer colour the semi-finals of the European Open

The semi-finalists of the 2023 European Open are known. Stefanos Tsitsipas faces French sensation Arthur Fils. On the other side…

Tsitsipas, Gaston, Hanfmann and Marterer in quarterfinals!

Stefanos Tsitsipas has won his first singles match, against Botic van de Zandschulp, after some very clever points.  He is…

Goffin fails to find an answer against power server Mpetshi Perricard

David Goffin played his second match of the tournament and lost to Mpetshi Perricard who is having a very impressive…

Thiem wins thriller, Blockx loses narrowly

Dominic Thiem advanced to the second round of the European Open. After a very exciting match, the Austrian won over…

The Ethias NextGen Day 2023 was one big success!

At Ethias’ unforgettable NextGen Day during the European Open, young tennis fans got the chance of a lifetime. They entered…

Belgians Goffin and Blockx grind to next round in two sets

David Goffin took a fairly smooth win over Frenchman Quentin Halys in his first match at the European Open. Alexander…

Blockx, Bailly and Onclin one step closer to main draw after wins

Belgians Alexander Blockx, Gilles-Arnaud Bailly and Gauthier Onclin have qualified for the next round of the qualifiers with some fine…

Dick Norman looks ahead: “This draw can only guarantee spectacle”

The European Open immediately opens with a number of first-class matches. “With such a list of players, it is inevitable…

European Open launches Ethias NextGen Day, an inspiration day for Belgian tennis talent

Antwerp, October 4, 2023 – On Sunday, October 15, 2023, the European Open in Antwerp will host the Ethias NextGen…

Tennis fans can raise 5.000 euros for charity

Antwerp, Sept. 27, 2023 – The European Open is fast approaching. This year, the organization is once again focusing on…

Sinner, Dimitrov, Bailly and Goffin will participate in the European Open, alongside Stefanos Tsitispas and Dominic Thiem!

Antwerp, September 19, 2023 – Following Stefanos Tsitsipas (ATP-5) and Dominic Thiem (ATP-73), the European Open has announced several new…

Dominic Thiem confirms participation at European Open and aims for top level of the past

Antwerp, Aug. 31, 2023 – The European Open is pleased to announce the arrival of talented Austrian tennis player Dominic…

European Open breaks all expectations with the legendary presence of Stefanos Tsitsipas

Launch ticket sales European Open 2023!

Antwerp, June 1st, 2023 – The European Open, Belgium’s premier tennis tournament, is proud to announce the arrival of the…

Félix Auger-Aliassime wins European Open 2022!

Félix Auger-Aliassime has won the seventh edition of the European  Open. The Canadian defeated American Sebastian Korda (ATP-36) in two…

Sebastian Korda and Félix Auger-Aliassime finalists of European Open 2022

The finalists of the European Open 2022 are known. After two very  exciting semi-finals, Sebastian Korda and Félix Auger-Aliassime were…

Korda, Thiem, Gasquet and Auger-Aliassime will play the semi-finals

David Goffin was unable to qualify for the singles semi-finals on Friday  evening. The man from Liège lost in two…

Goffin swings to quarter-final of European Open

David Goffin has knocked Diego Schwartzman out of the European Open  tournament with some very attractive tennis. The player from…

Hubert Hurkacz and dominic thiem qualify for the next round

Hubert Hurkacz did not brush aside Briton Jack Draper without some difficulty. The Pole needed three sets, as Draper kept…

Goffin wins hard-fought three-setter against Bailly

In a very exciting Belgian clash, David Goffin (ATP-58) has come out on  top against Gilles-Arnaud Bailly (ATP-1185). Goffin won…

Richard Gasquet wins in three sets after thriller

Three-time grand slam winner Stan Wawrinka failed to win his first match  at the European Open and is eliminated. Frenchman…

Bemelmans almost provides stunt, Murray does not participate

Ruben Bemelmans fell just short of a stunt in his first match at  the European Open on Sunday. Bemelmans lost…

Bailly: “Dream draw”

Antwerp, October 15, 2022 – The first round of the European Open promises fireworks right away with some great matches….

European Open welcomes Hurkacz (ATP-10) and third Grand Slam winner Murray!

The European Open has upgraded its list of participants once again: Hubert Hurkacz (ATP-10) and three (!) Grand Slam winners…

Chocolate Nation & European Open 2022

Chocolate Nation and the European Open 2022 are joining forces to offer a fantastic day program to enjoy unique activities…

Here come the Belgian players!

Antwerp, September 15, 2022 – This year’s European Open will once again feature a strong Belgian side: David Goffin, Zizou…

Two grand slam winners at European Open 2022!

Antwerp, September 8 2022 – The European Open has managed to secure two grand slam winners for the seventh edition of…

Best top-ten player ever for European Open: Felix Auger-Aliassime!

Antwerp, August 30, 2022 – The European Open welcomes best top-ten player it ever hosted at the tournament: Felix Auger-Aliassime…

TICKETS NOW ON SALE!

Antwerp, 20 June 2022 – The countdown has started to the seventh edition of the European Open. From 16 to…

JANNIK SINNER DOMINATED THE EUROPEAN OPEN 2021

Antwerp, October 24, 2021 – Italian Jannik Sinner faced Argentionian Diego Schwartzman in the final of the European Open 2021….

FRENCH DUO MAHUT AND MARTIN WINS THE EUROPEAN OPEN 2021

Antwerp, October 24, 2021 – The final in the doubles was played between the French duo Mahut/Martin and the Dutchmen…

THE FINAL IS SET

Antwerp, October 23, 2021 – Jannik Sinner-Diego Schwartzman is the final at the European Open 2021. Lloyd Harris was unable…

MALISSE STRANDED IN DOUBLES SEMI-FINAL

Antwerp, October 23, 2021 – Xavier Malisse, at the side of his pupil Lloyd Harris, did not qualify for the…

THE ROAD TO THE SEMI FINALS

 Antwerp, October 22, 2021 – On Friday, the quarterfinals of the European Open were completed. Lloyd Harris, Jannik Sinner and…

RECAP OF DAY 5

Two-time Olympic champion Andy Murray has not been able to repeat his first match, he finished Tuesday the fifth longest…

XAVIER MALISSE GOES THROUGH TO DOUBLES QUARTERFINALS

 Xavier Malisse was back on the court after a long time. He played together with his pupil Lloyd Harris against…

RECAP OF DAY 4

 Xavier Malisse has qualified for the quarterfinals of the European Open. Together with Lloyd Harris, he won his first doubles…

Recap of Day 3

 Andy Murray has qualified for the second round of the European Open after a marathon match. The Scot won from…

Recap Day 2

 The last qualification matches were completed today in the Lotto Arena and the main draw was launched. Furthermore, some players…

Recap of Day 1

 The first Sunday of the European Open immediately produced some spectacular matches. The two Belgians who came into action today,…

Andy Murray plays his first match on Tuesday the 19th of October

Antwerp, 13 October 2021 – The sixth edition of the European Open begins on the 17th of October and promises exciting…

Dick Norman after the main draw: “Immediately some spectacular matches in first round”

Antwerp, October 16 2021 – The 2021 European Open will start immediately with some top matches. “I’m looking forward to…

Former champion Richard Gasquet gets last wildcard, 8 Belgian players will play at Lotto Arena

Antwerp, 15 October 2021 – The European Open handed out the final wildcard for the main draw. Richard Gasquet (ATP-81),…

Great News, the X-Man is back!

Antwerp, 15 October 2021 – The X-Man is back! None other than Xavier Malisse will give the European Open some…

Medical conference on Friday during the tournament

Antwerp, 5 October 2021 – On Friday, the 22nd of October, the European Open will host a medical conference hosted…

The winners of the European Open ball kid contest are known!

Destelbergen, 4 October 2021 – The European Open has selected two new ball kids for the tournament. Under the watchful…

Go check out the podcast of Dick Norman with Sabine Appelmans on the Spotify of Tennis Vlaanderen

Antwerp, 5 October 2021 – European Open tournament director Dick Norman talked with Sabine Applemans on the Tennis Vlaanderen podcast….

Strong qualifications entry list with familiar faces and 5 top 8 Next Gen players

Antwerp, 30 September 2021 – This year’s European Open will have again a classy entry list for the main draw….

CONTEST! Become a ball kid at the European Open

Antwerp, September 22, 2021 – The European open is choosing two new ball kids for the tournament. Do you want…

ANDY MURRAY AND 7 TOP 20 PLAYERS ARE COMING TO ANTWERP!

Antwerp, September 21, 2021 – Andy Murray will join the European Open 2021! The Briton, who already won the tournament…

Play the European Open Tournaments game now!

Antwerp, September 17, 2021 – EazeGames, one of Europe’s leading real-money skill gaming platforms, has developed the new European Open…

The European Open joins Betway’s growing tennis sponsorship portfolio

Antwerp, September 16, 2021 – Global online betting and gaming brand Betway, owned by Super Group, are proud to announce…

Grigor Dimitrov and Jannik Sinner are in!

Antwerp, September 10, 2021 – BREAKING NEWS! Grigor Dimitrov and Jannik Sinner are coming to the European Open. Both players…

Gauthier Onclin from Liège wins the European Open pre-qualifications tournament!

Antwerp, September 5, 2021 – The 20-year-old Gauthier Onclin won the European Open pre-qualifications tournament, which took place at TC…

Belgian pre-qualifications with Zizou Bergs, Joris De Loore, Arnaud Bovy and Gauthier Onclin

Antwerp, September 3, 2021 – The competition of the European Open starts this year with Belgian pre-qualifications. This pre-qualification tournament…

The Challenge Day winners are TC Zwevegem and TC Beckhand

The winners of the VIP tickets are known! TC Zwevegem and TC Beckhand had the best ranking in Flanders of…

Street Tennis in Antwerp

Antwerp, August 25, 2021 – The European Open organized a Street Tennis day for the children in the neighborhood surrounding…

Help the European Open to create a mascot!

The European Open needs your help! We are looking for a brand new mascot to represent our tournament and you can…

The first European Open Challenge Day in TC Gym in Antwerp

Antwerp, July 4, 2021 – The first European Open Challenge Day at TC Gym in Antwerp was a great tennis…

Tickets for the European Open 2021 are now available!

Antwerp, June 18, 2021 – Edition six of the European Open is off to a flying start: from October 17…

Ugo Humbert wins the European Open

Ugo Humbert (ATP 38), competed in the final of the European Open against Australian Alex De Minaur (ATP 29). The…

Peers and Venus win doubles at the European Open without losing a set

John Peers (ATP 28) and Michael Venus (ATP 10) won the doubles at the European Open against Rohan Bopanna (ATP…

De Minaur reaches the Final

The Australian Alex De Minaur (ATP 29), faced Grigor Dimitrov (ATP 20) in the second semifinal on Saturday afternoon. An…

Recap semi-finals

Ugo Humbert was the first to qualify for the singles finals at the European Open on Saturday afternoon. The Frenchman…

Ugo Humbert for the first time in the European Open final after a thrilling contest

Ugo Humbert was the first to qualify for the singles finals at the European Open on Saturday afternoon. The Frenchman…

Public allowed today, in the weekend tournament behind closed doors

The European Open can still welcome fans that have tickets for today 23/10. On Saturday and Sunday, the tournament will…

Q&A with Vliegen and Gillé

The Belgian double duo Joran Vliegen and Sander Gillé took some time on Friday to answer some questions from the…

Friday Recap

In the first match of today Grigor Dimitrov (ATP 20) faced the Canadian Milos Raonic (ATP 19). Due to a…

De Minaur last to qualify in two short sets

The last game of today was Alex de Minaur (ATP 29) against the American Marcos Giron (ATP 94), who had…

Daniel Evans vs karen Khachanov

Karen Khachanov (ATP 17) lost in three sets to the British Daniel Evans (ATP 35), with (6/3, 7/6, 6/4). Khachanov…

Ugo Humbert beats Lloyd Harris and is back in the semifinals

The second match of the quarterfinals was fought between qualifier Lloyd Harris (ATP 90) and Frenchman Ugo Humbert (ATP 38)….

Thursday recap

American Marcos Giron (ATP 94) surprised favorite David Goffin (ATP 14) on Thursday’s last match at the European Open: 6/3,…

Q&A with Grigor Dimitrov

Bulgarian Grigor Dimitrov (ATP 20) made some time this afternoon to answer a few questions from the fans.

Gillé and Vliegen make it to the semi-finals

Gillé and Vliegen had a hard time in the first set against the British Evans and Norrie, who also lost…

Duo Andújar/Arends qualifies for the semi-finals in doubles

Michael Geerts (ATP 391) and Yannick Mertens (ATP 467) played on Court 1 against the Spaniard Pablo Andújar (ATP 55)…

Wednesday recap

Sander Gillé and Joran Vliegen were able to win their first match of the tournament. They won in two convincing…

Q&A with Khachanov

Khachanov made some time to answer a few questions from the fans. Can you guess which Grandslam he would love…

Interview with Kei Nishikori

On day two of the European Open we witnessed an exclusive interview with the Japanese Kei Nishikori. It is the…

Day 2 of the European Open

On the second day we already saw some really good matches. Geerts (ATP 391) and Mertens (ATP 467) defeated the…

Media day with Nishikori

Sunday the European Open officially started and immediately the Lotto Arena almost witnessed a small stunt: Michael Geerts kept a…

UTS finalists play against each other in the first round

The final of the UTS (Ultimate Tennis Showdown) will be played on Sunday evening 18 October at 9.30 pm between…

The new corona measures are bringing some changes at the European Open

In response to the new corona measures, the European Open organisation team has taken a number of new precautionary measures….

Dick Norman after the draw: “Some nice matches”

The ATP 250 tournament in Antwerp will start tomorrow. Today the draw for the European Open took place in the…

The Ultimate Tennis Showdown will be played from October 16 to 18 at Lotto Arena

The Ultimate Tennis Showdown returns for a third edition of exciting high-level tennis. UTS will be back in action this…

Entry List European Open 2020

The European Open in Antwerp has the strongest entry list ever: Top 10 player Matteo Berrettini (ATP 8) and 7…

DAVID GOFFIN FIRST PLAYER CONFIRMED

Antwerp, the 8th of September 2020 – The European Open is getting closer. It is time to announce the first…

The European Open in Antwerp is happening

Antwerp, the 17th of August 2020 – We are pleased to announce that the fifth edition of the European Open…

The Flemish Government secures European Open in Antwerp until 2022

The Flemish Government acknowledged the European Open in Antwerp as a Flemish top event. Event Flanders developed a program with…

Murray lifts first trophy since 2017 after a thrilling final

In a fully booked Lotto Arena, the public witnessed a world class final today at the European Open. In the…

Dream final for the European Open

The fourth edition of the European Open evolved into an absolute dream final: Stan Wawrinka vs. Andy Murray. Today, the…

Three sets galore at day 5 of the European Open

Today was quarterfinal day at the European Open. A few thrilling three-setters immediately increased the level of excitement. The audience…

Judgement day at the European Open, title chances increase for Murray

The surprise of the day undoubtedly came from wildcard Jannik Sinner and Frenchman Ugo Humbert. They both needed one hour…

Star spotting on Star Wednesday

Today at the European Open there were nothing but top matches on the programme. There was clearly no shortage of…

Coppejans goes down honorably against ‘Mighty’ Andy Murray

Super Tuesday did not disappoint this year. The first round between crowd-puller Andy Murray and home player Kimmer Coppejans became…

Steve ‘Shark’ Darcis waves Belgium goodbye

Steve Darcis has played his last game on Belgian soil. He lost in two sets to the Frenchman Gilles Simon….

Champions address the press on the occasion of Media Day

Today, our Media Day took place at the European Open with no less than Andy Murray, Stan Wawrinka and David…

Belgian double stars surprise young fans in Antwerp Hospital

This morning, the Belgian top double duo Sander Gillé and Joran Vliegen paid a surprise visit to the children at…

Gombos suprised defending champion Kyle Edmund on day one of qualifications

The European Open has officially started today and the audience in the Lotto Arena already witnessed a few surprising matches….

Steve ‘Shark’ Darcis waves Belgian fans goodbye this Wednesday at the European Open

Today the draw ceremony took place for the 4th edition of the European Open. Not only will we serve some…

Triple Grand Slam winner Stan Wawrinka is participating in the European Open

Antwerp, September 27, 2019 – Triple Grand Slam winner and Olympic double champion Stan Wawrinka (ATP-21) confirms his participation in…

Come watch Murray and enjoy the British Night

Andy Murray is coming to Antwerp to play the European Open in October. Having won just about everything than can be…

An impressive entry list of the European Open ATP250 promises powerful matches

Antwerp, 5 September 2019 – The ‘entry list’ of the 2019 European Open offers an extraordinary experience for all tennis…

Andy Murray plays the European Open in Antwerp!

PRESS RELEASE Antwerp, August 21, 2019 – The European Open ATP250 immediately evolves to an unprecedented high point for Belgium:…

High class tennis in Belgium: the European Open ATP 250

Antwerp, 18 July 2019 – As of today each Belgian tennis lover is asked to keep a free spot in…

Discover our Hospitality Program

The European Open hospitality program offers you and your guests the best tennis matches in Belgium coupled with an exceptional…

The European Open 2018: the best edition so far

The stage of the 2018 European Open is closed and the echoes are unanimous: it was an impressive edition. On…

Kyle Edmund wins third edition

The 2018 edition of the European Open finished today with an exceptional climax. The atmosphere on the court was quite…

Edmund and Monfils will clash in Sunday’s final: tickets still available

The 2018 edition of the European Open is reaching boiling point. This Saturday, the semifinals of the singles and the…

Semi-finals known, incredible party to end the day with

Today’s matches marked the kick off for the semifinals of the European Open. Several top players aimed for a ticket…

A Terrific Thursday with Schwartzman, Tsonga, Monfils and… Goffin

Today was a day to remember at this year’s European Open. The public was treated with tennis of the finest…

Children in the spotlights on Star Wednesday, first quarter finalists known

Today it was Star Wednesday at the European Open. Not only the tennis stars, but also the children shined in…

A thrilling Super Tuesday

The second day of the European Open is over. Super Tuesday promised to provide fireworks in the Lotto Arena and…

First main draw matches completed, qualifiers known

Today the last four qualifying matches of the European Open were completed and the first matches of the main draw…

Top players invade Antwerp with Street Tennis

Last afternoon Kyle Edmund (ATP-15), Milos Raonic (ATP-20), Jo-Wilfried Tsonga (ATP-75) and Gaël Monfils (ATP-48) played a Street Tennis match…

Discover when our stars play

The European Open is ready for a week of top tennis. Discover below when our star players enter the (Lotto)…

First qualification day immediately provides fireworks

On the first (qualifying) day of the European Open the public immediately got value for money. Among the Belgians, Yannick…

Draw of the European Open: big clash in first round

Saturday in the Lotto Arena the draw was made for the third edition of the European Open. A first big…

Third wildcard goes to Next Gen talent Tiafoe

Barely 20 years old, but this year he is already present for the second time at the European Open: Frances…

Raonic gets European Open wildcard

In five days time, 27-year-old Milos Raonic will participate at the European Open in Antwerp for the first time. The…

Unique! Sign up and attend a training session of the European Open

Just like last year the players of the European Open go to David Lloyd in Edegem to train there. What’s…

Goffin misses the European Open due to injury

The Belgian number one David Goffin (ATP-11) will put an end to his season. The Liegeois suffers from an elbow…

Guga Baúl and special guest play exhibition on Saturday 20th October

Guga Baúl, who is currently starring together with Niels Destadsbader in a promo video for the European Open, will play…

Guga Baúl en special guest spelen exhibitie op zaterdag 20 oktober

Guga Baúl, die momenteel samen met Niels Destadsbader schittert in een promovideo voor de European open, zal op het toernooi…

The European Open 2018: more than just amazing tennis

The European Open not only creates the opportunity for Belgian tennis fans to watch top players in action in their…

European Open announces complete entry list

At a press conference on Thursday, the European Open, the biggest tennis tournament in Belgium, announced the entry list with…

Feliciano Lopez also enters the European Open

The Spaniard Feliciano Lopez (ATP-63), former number 12 of the world, will participate at the European Open in October. The…

Kyle Edmund returns to the European Open

Next to David Goffin (ATP-10) and Diego Schwartzman (ATP-13) the Brit Kyle Edmund (ATP-16) also confirms his participation at the…

Argentinian top player Diego Schwartzman is coming to the European Open

Diego Schwartzman (ATP-12), the 25-year-old super talented Argentinian, will participate in the third edition of the European Open in October….

Showman Gaël Monfils is coming to Antwerp

Gaël Monfils, the French showman who reached the fourth round at Wimbledon, has confirmed his participation at the European Open….

Join us for Goffin’s first match on October 18th

David Goffin will play his first match of the European Open on Thursday, October 18th. Because there is no Davis…

Dick Norman at the head of third edition European Open

Dick Norman will be the new tournament director of the third edition of the European Open. Kristoff Puelinckx, CEO of…

European Open 2018 wants to take this edition to a higher level

A new tournament management, a renewed approach, an attractive list of participants, reduced ticket prices and an increasing importance for…

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Tsonga adds European Open to his tally

Jo-Wilfried Tsonga is the winner of the European Open 2017. In the final, the Frenchman was too strong for Diego…

Doubles title for Lipsky and Sharan

Scott Lipsky and Divij Sharan are the winners of the European Open 2017 in the doubles. The duo was too…

Second final for Schwartzman at European Open

Diego Schwartzman and the European Open appear to be a successful marriage. For the second consecutive year, Argentina is in…

Bemelmans makes history at European Open

For the first time in his career, Ruben Bemelmans has reached the semi-finals of an ATP tournament. In his quarter-final…

Team Belgium wins European Open Pedalo Cup

On Monday morning, more than a month before the final of the Davis Cup between France and Belgium, both countries…

Ten things to watch in Antwerp

Belgian Homecoming: The European Open boasts David Goffin, Steve Darcis and Ruben Bemelmans, who led Belgium to its second Davis…

Denis Shapovalov, the new Federer or Nadal?

The European Open will attract a lot of international tennis stars to Antwerp from 15 to 22 October. One of…

Hello Gaël Monfils!

Gaël Monfils will be one of the most exciting players at the European Open. For ten years the Frenchman has…

New strong partners

Last year the European Open received a lot of positive feedback from the players and great marks from the ATP….