Tennis returns to the Macao Forum this week as the 2025 MGM Macau Tennis Masters takes center stage from December 27–28. Combining elite-level competition with the flair of world-class entertainment, the exhibition serves as a high-stakes bridge between the closing season and the looming 2026 Australian Open.
For fans watching in Asia, the action will be broadcast live on SPOTV NOW.
The Captains: A Clash of Icons
The tournament’s prestige is anchored by its two captains: Chinese trailblazer Li Na and Spanish legend Conchita Martínez. The two Grand Slam champions will lead opposing teams in a strategic battle, blending veteran tactical brilliance with the explosive energy of the circuit’s brightest talents.
The Teams: Youth Meets Experience
The rosters represent a fascinating cross-section of the modern game, featuring a mix of ATP title-holders and the next generation of superstars.
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Team Li Na: Features the Philippines’ standout Alexandra Eala, French powerhouse Ugo Humbert, and China’s own Shang Juncheng—who arrives with the momentum of his maiden ATP title secured on home soil earlier this year.
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Team Conchita: Led by world No. 9 sensation Mirra Andreeva, the squad is bolstered by the flair of Alejandro Davidovich Fokina and National Games gold medalist Wu Yibing.
Eala’s Litmus Test
For Alexandra Eala, currently ranked No. 53 in the world, Macau offers a vital proving ground. Fresh off a gold-medal performance at the Southeast Asian Games, Eala faces a marquee singles rubber against the top-ten-ranked Andreeva on December 28.
The day prior, she will partner with Shang Juncheng in a mixed-doubles showdown against Andreeva and Wu Yibing. While the atmosphere is exhibition-style, the intensity will be anything but; for Eala and her peers, these matches are essential preparation for the rigorous heat of Melbourne Park next month.
Tournament Schedule
Saturday, 27 December (Day One)
Starts at 2:00 PM (Local Time)
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Captains’ Challenge
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Men’s Singles: Shang Juncheng vs. Alejandro Davidovich Fokina
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Mixed Doubles: Shang Juncheng / Alexandra Eala vs. Wu Yibing / Mirra Andreeva
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Men’s Singles: Ugo Humbert vs. Wu Yibing
Sunday, 28 December (Day Two)
Starts at 2:00 PM (Local Time)
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Captains’ Challenge
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Women’s Singles: Alexandra Eala vs. Mirra Andreeva
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Men’s Singles: Shang Juncheng vs. Wu Yibing
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Men’s Singles: Ugo Humbert vs. Alejandro Davidovich Fokina
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Awards Ceremony
