Busan Open Men’s Tennis Challenger Starts May 12
The Busan Open, a men’s Challenger event, will begin at Geumjeong Sports Park Tennis Court in May. Play opens on May 12 and runs through May 19. The tournament draws world-class male professionals to Busan.
Event overview
The competition runs from May 12 to May 19. Singles qualifying takes place May 12–13. The main draw follows from May 14–19, with the final scheduled for the afternoon of May 19.
This tournament is Korea’s top Challenger 125 event. Total prize money is $225,000, roughly 340 million won. About 80 players from more than 30 countries are expected to compete.
Organization and support
The ATP Tour and the Korea Tennis Association host the event. The Busan Open Organizing Committee manages operations. Busan Metropolitan City sponsors the tournament.
Players to watch
The field features leading domestic and international players. Several national team members will represent South Korea.
Korean roster
- Kwon Soon-woo
- Park Ui-sung
- Nam Ji-sung
- Shin Woo-bin
- Jeong Yoon-sung
Kwon, Park and Nam competed in the Davis Cup in February. Their recent national appearances raise local interest.
International competitors
- James Duckworth
- Bernard Tomic
Top-ranked foreign players will add depth to the draw. Organizers expect several high-level matches across the week.
Tickets and public access
Qualifying sessions on May 12–13 are open free to the public. Main draw matches require online ticket reservations. Spectators should secure seats early.
City ambitions and coverage
Busan Metropolitan City aims to strengthen its profile as a global sports city. The tournament offers residents access to international-level tennis.
Filmogaz.com will provide coverage and updates during the event. The Busan Open men’s Challenger starts May 12 and promises competitive play and local engagement.
