Resolution criteria

This market will resolve to the player who wins the men's singles title at the 2025 Cincinnati Open. Official results will be verified through the ATP Tour's official website: ATP Tour - Cincinnati Open.

Background

The 2025 Cincinnati Open, an ATP Masters 1000 event, is scheduled from August 7 to 18 at the Lindner Family Tennis Center in Mason, Ohio. This year's tournament features an expanded draw of 96 singles players, up from 56 in previous editions. Notable entrants include:

• Jannik Sinner: World No. 1 and defending champion, Sinner recently secured his first Wimbledon title by defeating Carlos Alcaraz in the final. (en.wikipedia.org)

• Carlos Alcaraz: Ranked No. 2, Alcaraz aims to improve upon his early exit in last year's Cincinnati Open. (as.com)

• Alexander Zverev: Currently World No. 3, Zverev has been a consistent performer on the ATP Tour, with multiple Masters 1000 titles to his name. (en.wikipedia.org)

• Taylor Fritz: The top-ranked American at No. 4, Fritz has shown strong performances on hard courts, including a runner-up finish at the 2024 US Open. (reuters.com)

• Alex de Minaur: Ranked No. 8, the Australian has been climbing the rankings with solid results across various surfaces. (en.as.com)

Notably, Novak Djokovic, a 24-time Grand Slam champion, has withdrawn from the tournament to focus on the upcoming US Open. (reuters.com)

Considerations

The expansion of the singles draw to 96 players introduces a more competitive field, potentially leading to unexpected outcomes. Additionally, the tournament's timing, closely preceding the US Open, may influence player participation and performance strategies. As play continues, I may include additional players who progress. Some possibilities include Ben Shelton, winner of the Toronto ATP 1000, and Daniil Medvedev, who's always up for a good time.