Erste Bank Open

The Vienna Open is an annual ATP 500 tennis tournament held indoors at the Wiener Stadthalle in Vienna. The event began in 1974 on the Grand Prix circuit and has carried several names over the decades. It was renamed the Erste Bank Open in 2011 after its sponsor. Earlier titles included the Fischer-Grand Prix, CA-TennisTrophy, and Bank Austria TennisTrophy. The tournament uses hard courts and remains one of the sport’s most respected indoor events. The Vienna Open has featured many top players and produced notable champions. Austria’s Thomas Muster reached three finals and four semi-finals despite never winning the title. Three Austrian men have lifted the singles trophy: Horst Skoff in 1988, Jürgen Melzer twice in 2009 and 2010, and Dominic Thiem in 2019. The event’s long history and strong field make it a key stop on the ATP Tour. Inside the Wiener Stadthalle, spectators watch matches on a single indoor hard court surrounded by seating. The arena’s compact design creates an intimate atmosphere for fans. The tournament’s schedule falls in late October, drawing international competitors and crowds. Broadcasts reach millions, adding to its prestige. The event’s continuity since the 1970s reflects its importance in European tennis.