Bengaluru: Indian tennis fans will have greater access to the 2025 DafaNews Bengaluru Open as the tournament partners with Doordarshan Sports (DD Sports) to broadcast key matches nationwide. Additionally, the Tennis Channel will provide live coverage of the tournament both in India and across multiple international markets, including the United States, the United Kingdom, France, Spain, Germany, Switzerland, Austria, and the Netherlands.
The ATP Challenger 125 event, held from February 24 to March 2 at the KSLTA Courts in Bengaluru’s Cubbon Park, features top-tier singles and doubles competition with $200,000 in prize money and 125 ATP ranking points for the champions.
DD Sports will air live coverage of the tournament’s decisive knockout rounds, including the semifinals and finals, on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. This partnership ensures that Indian tennis enthusiasts can watch the tournament’s most crucial moments on a widely accessible national platform. Meanwhile, the Tennis Channel will provide live broadcasts of all matches, bringing the event to both Indian and global audiences.
“We are thrilled to expand the Bengaluru Open’s reach through a strong national broadcast network, making it accessible to fans across India and worldwide,” said Sunil Yajaman, Tournament Director & Secretary of KSLTA. “DD Sports’ coverage ensures that Indian viewers can follow the tournament’s most crucial moments, while the ATP’s global distribution platforms allow international audiences to witness the rising talent and thrilling competition at this year’s Challenger 125 event.”
In addition to television coverage, all matches will be available for streaming via the ATP website and app, ensuring comprehensive access for tennis fans worldwide. The tournament’s international broadcast extends beyond India to countries including Italy, Slovakia, the Czech Republic, Russia, and New Zealand, further solidifying its global presence.
With DD Sports bringing the action to Indian households and Tennis Channel’s international reach, the DafaNews Bengaluru Open continues to establish itself as India’s premier tennis tournament, offering fans unparalleled access to high-level ATP Challenger competition.
