The BMW Open returns to Munich with its strongest field in tournament history, featuring eight Top 20 players competing on clay as the European clay-court season heats up.
Tournament Details
Dates: April 13-19, 2026 (Qualifying: April 11-12)
Location: MTTC Iphitos, Munich, Germany
Category: ATP 500
Surface: Clay (outdoor)
Draw Size: 32 singles / 16 doubles
Points: 500 (winner)
Prize Money
Total Prize Money: €2,561,110.
Singles
Winner: €478,935 / 500 points
Runner-up: €257,705 / 330 points
Semi-finalist: €137,340 / 200 points
Quarter-finalist: €70,165 / 100 points
Round of 16: €37,455 / 50 points
Round of 32: €19,975 / 0 points
Doubles (per team)
Winner: €157,320 / 500 points
Runner-up: €83,900 / 300 points
Semi-finalist: €42,450 / 180 points
Quarter-finalist: €21,230 / 90 points
Round of 16: €10,990 / 0 points
Bonus: Winner also receives a BMW car (traditionally a BMW i4 M50)
Top Players Confirmed
The tournament boasts eight Top 20 players and the strongest field in its 110-year history:
Top Seeds:
- Alexander Zverev (GER, No. 4) – Defending champion, 3x Munich winner (2017, 2018, 2025)
- Taylor Fritz (USA, No. 7)
- Ben Shelton (USA, No. 9)
- Alexander Bublik (KAZ, No. 11)
Other Notable Entries:
- Jakub Mensik (CZE)
- Flavio Cobolli (ITA)
- Stefanos Tsitsipas (GRE)
- Luciano Darderi (ITA)
- Francisco Cerundolo (ARG)
- Jiri Lehecka (CZE, No. 22)
- Joao Fonseca (BRA)
- Sebastian Korda (USA,)
- Denis Shapovalov (CAN)
- Marin Cilic (CRO)
German Contingent:
- Alexander Zverev
- Jan-Lennard Struff
- Yannick Hanfmann
- Dominik Koepfer
- Daniel Altmaier
- Justin Engel
Schedule
Friday-Saturday, April 11-12: Qualifying rounds
Sunday, April 13: Round of 32 begins (all top players in action)
Monday, April 14: Round of 32 concludes
Tuesday-Wednesday, April 15-16: Round of 16
Thursday, April 17: Quarterfinals
Friday, April 18: Semifinals
Saturday, April 19: Finals (Singles & Doubles)
Special Day: Monday, April 14 is Kids Day with free entry for children aged 15 and under
Tournament Context
The BMW Open runs simultaneously with the Barcelona Open (also ATP 500), sitting perfectly between Monte Carlo Masters (April 5-12) and Madrid Masters 1000 (starts April 21).
This is a crucial warm-up for Roland Garros (late May), allowing players to fine-tune their clay-court game on European red clay
In 2025, the tournament was upgraded from ATP 250 to ATP 500 status, significantly increasing prize money and attracting a stronger field.
Defending Champion
Alexander Zverev returns to defend his 2025 title. The German star has won Munich three times (2017, 2018, 2025) and will have massive home support once again.
Venue
MTTC Iphitos is one of Munich’s most historic tennis clubs, founded in 1892. The tournament has been held here since 1974, creating an intimate atmosphere with a capacity of 6,500 spectators on Centre Court.
The club is easily accessible via Munich’s U6 subway line (Studentstadt station), just a 7-minute walk from the venue.
Past Champions
The tournament has a rich history dating back to 1899:
Recent Winners:
- 2025: Alexander Zverev
- 2024: Jan-Lennard Struff
- 2023: Holger Rune
Notable Past Champions:
- Roger Federer
- Andy Murray
- Ivan Lendl
- Tommy Haas
What to expect at the 2026 ATP Munich
1. Zverev’s Home Glory
Can the defending champion claim his fourth Munich title in front of home fans?
2. American Clay Specialists
Fritz and Shelton look to prove themselves on European clay ahead of Roland Garros.
3. Rising Stars
Brazilian sensation Joao Fonseca (19 years old) makes his Munich debut and he’s in great form.
4. Tsitsipas Resurgence
Former world No. 3 seeks form on his favorite surface, right now he’s far from it..
5. Strongest Field Ever
Eight Top 20 players make this the most competitive Munich edition in tournament history.