The 1997 Shanghai Open was a men's tennis tournament played on indoor carpet courts in Shanghai, China that was part of the World Series of the 1997 ATP Tour. It was the second edition of the tournament and was held from January 27 through February 2, 1997. Seventh-seeded Ján Krošlák won the singles title.
See main article: 1997 Shanghai Open – Singles. Ján Krošlák defeated
Alexander Volkov 6–2, 7–6(7–2)
See main article: 1997 Shanghai Open – Doubles. Max Mirnyi / Kevin Ullyett defeated
Tomas Nydahl /
Stefano Pescosolido 7–6, 6–7, 7–5