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ATP Barcelona Open 2026: Dates, Schedule, Confirmed Players

ATP Barcelona Open 2026: Dates, Schedule, Confirmed Players

The Barcelona Open Banc Sabadell returns for its 73rd edition in April 2026, once again bringing world-class clay-court tennis to one of Europe’s most beautiful cities. Here’s your early guide to the ATP 500 event in Barcelona.

Tournament Dates

April 11-19, 2026

The tournament takes place over nine days at the historic Real Club de Tenis Barcelona-1899, fitting perfectly between Monte Carlo Masters and the Madrid Masters 1000.

Tournament Details

Category: ATP 500
Surface: Clay (outdoor)
Location: Real Club de Tenis Barcelona-1899, Barcelona, Spain
Official Name: Barcelona Open Banc Sabadell – 73º Trofeo Conde de Godó
Draw Size: 32 singles / 16 doubles
Points: 500 (Winner)

When Is the Draw?

The official draw ceremony typically takes place 1-2 days before the tournament begins. For the 2026 edition, expect the draw to be announced on Thursday, April 9 or Friday, April 10.

Prize Money

The 2026 prize money has not yet been officially announced. However, the 2025 Barcelona Open featured total prize money of €2,889,200, representing a 3.8% increase from 2024.

2026 prize money info coming soon here.

Confirmed Players

The Barcelona Open always attracts the world’s top clay-court players. Based on the official player list, confirmed entries so far include:

Top Seeds:

  • Carlos Alcaraz (Spain) – Former champion, World No. 1
  • Lorenzo Musetti (Italy)
  • Alex de Minaur (Australia)
  • Felix Auger-Aliassime (Canada)
  • Casper Ruud (Norway) – 2024 champion
  • Andrey Rublev (Russia)
  • Karen Khachanov (Russia)
Holger Rune, the defending champion in Barcelona

Notable Entries:

  • Alejandro Davidovich Fokina (Spain)
  • Rafa Jodar (Spain)
  • Arthur Fils (France)
  • Learner Tien (USA)
  • Cameron Norrie (Great Britain)
  • Jack Draper (Great Britain)
  • Stan Wawrinka (Switzerland, wild card)

The field will be finalized closer to the tournament, with potential withdrawals and last-minute entries affecting the final roster.

Schedule

The tournament runs over nine days with a traditional ATP 500 format:

Saturday-Sunday, April 11-12: Qualifying rounds
Monday, April 13: Round of 32 begins (First Round)
Tuesday-Wednesday, April 14-15: First and Second Rounds continue
Thursday, April 16: Third Round / NEW: Evening session debuts
Friday, April 17: Quarterfinals
Saturday, April 18: Semifinals
Sunday, April 19: Finals (Singles and Doubles)

2026 Debut – Thursday Evening Session: For the first time, the Barcelona Open is officially implementing a Thursday evening session on April 16, adding to the tournament’s late-afternoon schedule.

Historic Venue

The Real Club de Tenis Barcelona-1899 is Spain’s oldest tennis club and one of the most prestigious in Europe. The venue features:

  • Pista Rafa Nadal (Centre Court): Renamed in 2017 to honor Rafael Nadal’s 10 titles at the event
  • Court 1 and Court 2: Show courts with grandstand seating
  • Practice courts and fan zones

The club has hosted tennis for over 126 years and the Conde de Godó tournament since 1953, when it was founded by Carlos Godó, Count of Godó.

Why Barcelona Matters

For Players:

  • 500 ranking points for the champion
  • Significant prize money
  • Perfect clay-court preparation before Madrid and Rome (and eventually Roland Garros)
  • High-quality field without Masters 1000 pressure

For Fans:

  • Beautiful Barcelona setting in spring
  • Intimate venue with excellent sightlines
  • Strong Spanish contingent and local atmosphere
  • Slightly more accessible than Madrid or Rome Masters

How to Watch the 2026 Barcelona Open

Television & Streaming:

  • Spain: Movistar+, RTVE
  • Europe: Eurosport
  • United States: Tennis Channel
  • International: Tennis TV (subscription)
  • UK: Sky Sports

Check local listings as broadcast rights vary by region.

Tickets

Tickets are available through the official tournament website: barcelonaopenbancsabadell.com

We recommend to purchase tickets from the official website only.

Getting There

Location: Real Club de Tenis Barcelona-1899
Address: Carrer Bosch i Gimpera 5-13, 08034 Barcelona, Spain

By Metro: Lines L3, L6, and L7 with nearby stations
By Bus: Multiple bus lines serve the Pedralbes area
By Car: Parking available at venue (limited)

Defending Champion

Holger Rune returns to defend his 2025 title, where he defeated Carlos Alcaraz in the final.

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