The wait is finally over as the 2025 Internazionali BNL d’Italia kick off today, Tuesday, May 6, 2025, at the iconic Foro Italico in Rome. This year’s tournament promises to deliver thrilling matches, starting with the women’s singles first round, where three Italian players will showcase their skills on home soil.
Giorgia Pedone, Lucia Bronzetti, and Nuria Brancaccio are set to represent Italy in the tournament, each hoping to make a significant impact. Pedone will be the first to take the court, facing New Zealand’s Lulu Sun at the Pietrangeli court. Their match is scheduled to begin at 10 AM local time, making it the second match of the day on that court. Pedone, currently ranked 229th in the WTA, is looking to secure a victory after receiving a wild card into the main draw.
Following Pedone’s match, Lucia Bronzetti will step onto the Grand Stand Arena to compete against Latvia’s Anastasija Sevastova, a former world number 11 making her return to the circuit after a break due to maternity and health issues. This match is set to start at 10 AM, as the third match of the day. Bronzetti, ranked 58th in the WTA, will be keen to capitalize on her home advantage and make a statement against the experienced Sevastova.
Later in the day, Nuria Brancaccio will take on American Peyton Stearns on the same Grand Stand Arena, with their match scheduled not before 2:30 PM. Brancaccio, currently ranked 183rd, is also participating in the tournament thanks to a wild card and is eager to earn her first career victory at the Foro Italico.
As the women’s matches unfold, the men’s qualifying rounds are also taking place. Giulio Zeppieri is set to face Nicolas Moreno De Alboran in a bid to secure a spot in the main draw. Additionally, Federico Arnaboldi, achieving his best ranking at 194th, will go up against Finland’s Otto Virtanen, with their match scheduled for not before 1 PM on court 2.
In the men’s qualifiers, other notable matches include Cameron Norrie against Dusan Lajovic on court 14, Marton Fucsovics versus Alexander Shevchenko on court 2, and Jesper De Jong facing Thiago Seyboth Wild on court 1. These matches add an extra layer of excitement as players vie for a coveted place in the main draw.
Fans can catch all the action from the 2025 Internazionali BNL d’Italia live on Sky Sport channels, with streaming options available via Sky Go and NOW. For those interested in the ATP Masters 1000 men’s tournament, select matches will be broadcast live on Rai 2, while the WTA 1000 women’s matches will be available on SuperTennis.
The anticipation for the tournament is palpable, especially with the return of Jannik Sinner, the world number one, who will make his debut on Saturday, May 10, against the winner of the match between Navone and Cinà. Fans are eagerly awaiting his performance after a suspension related to a Clostebol case.
As the day progresses, the intensity is expected to ramp up, with players eager to secure their spots in the next rounds. The atmosphere at the Foro Italico is sure to be electric, with spectators cheering on their favorites in this prestigious tournament.
In addition to the Italian players, the tournament features an impressive lineup of international talent, including Petra Kvitova, Ann Li, Alycia Parks, Rebecca Sramkova, McCartney Kessler, and Sonay Kartal, all of whom are looking to make their mark in Rome.
With the matches now underway, fans and analysts alike will be keeping a close eye on the performances of the Italian players and the broader field. This year’s Internazionali BNL d’Italia promises to be a thrilling showcase of tennis talent, with high stakes and fierce competition.
The excitement is just beginning as the 2025 edition of the Internazionali BNL d’Italia unfolds, and fans can expect plenty of drama and memorable moments in the days to come.
