China Open 2026: Tournament Preview, Draw & Schedule
The China Open 2026 brings the ATP and WTA Tours to Beijing for one of the most important events of the Asian swing. The tournament combines an ATP 500 men’s event with a WTA 1000 women’s event, attracting a strong collection of leading players to the China National Tennis Center.
The men’s tournament runs from 30 September to 6 October, while the women’s event continues through 11 October. Both competitions are played on outdoor hard courts, making Beijing an important stop for players looking to build ranking points and momentum during the final stages of the season.
The 2026 entry lists have already provided plenty of interest. Jannik Sinner, Alexander Zverev and Novak Djokovic headline the men’s field, while Aryna Sabalenka, Elena Rybakina, Jessica Pegula, Coco Gauff, Iga Swiatek and defending champion Amanda Anisimova are among the leading names entered in the women’s tournament.
With the draw still to be finalised, the China Open is set to provide a major test for players returning from the US Open and beginning the Asian swing.
When Is The China Tennis Open?
The 2026 China Open takes place in Beijing from 30 September to 11 October. The ATP 500 men’s tournament runs from 30 September to 6 October, while the WTA 1000 women’s tournament runs from 30 September to 11 October.
The men’s final is scheduled for Tuesday 6 October, with the women’s singles final taking place on Sunday 11 October. The WTA has confirmed that its singles final is scheduled for 11 October, not before 7pm local time.
The two events therefore overlap but do not share the same tournament length. The ATP competition uses a 32-player singles draw, while the WTA event has a 96-player singles draw and 32 doubles teams.
Where Is The China Tennis Open Held?
The China Open is staged at the China National Tennis Center in Beijing. The venue has hosted the tournament since 2009 and includes the Diamond Court, which has a capacity of 15,000 spectators. The event is played on outdoor hard courts.
The National Tennis Center was developed as part of Beijing’s Olympic tennis infrastructure and remains one of the most important tennis venues in China. The outdoor hard courts provide the playing surface for both the ATP and WTA competitions.
The tournament’s location also places it at the heart of the Asian swing, with the ATP China Open followed immediately by the Rolex Shanghai Masters and the WTA calendar continuing through several events in Asia during October.
Who Won The China Tennis Open 2025?
The 2025 men’s China Open was won by Jannik Sinner. The Italian defeated American Learner Tien 6-2, 6-2 in the final to claim his second Beijing title. Sinner had previously won the tournament in 2023 and had also reached the final in 2024.
The women’s 2025 China Open was won by Amanda Anisimova. She defeated Linda Noskova 6-0, 2-6, 6-2 in the final to claim her second WTA 1000 title of the season. Anisimova also defeated Coco Gauff in the semi-finals after Gauff had entered the tournament as defending champion.
The 2025 results therefore make Sinner and Anisimova the respective defending champions heading into the 2026 tournament.
Who Is Playing In The 2026 China Tennis Open?
The 2026 men’s entry list features a strong field led by Jannik Sinner, Alexander Zverev and Novak Djokovic. Other notable names include Felix Auger-Aliassime, Alex de Minaur, Daniil Medvedev, Alexander Bublik, Jakub Mensik, Andrey Rublev and Cameron Norrie.
Sinner arrives as defending champion and has won the China Open twice. Djokovic is also returning to Beijing for the first time since 2015 and has a 29-0 record at the event, according to the ATP. Zverev has reached the Beijing semi-finals three times.
The women’s field is equally deep. Aryna Sabalenka, Elena Rybakina, Jessica Pegula and Coco Gauff headline a 96-player draw that also includes Mirra Andreeva, Linda Noskova, Karolina Muchova, Iga Swiatek and defending champion Amanda Anisimova.
The WTA has confirmed that 18 of the world’s Top 20 players are entered, with Victoria Mboko and Alexandra Eala the two Top 20 players not listed for Beijing at the time of the published entry list.
The final seedings and first-round match-ups will depend on the official draw and rankings at the time of the tournament. The WTA also notes that its player list remains subject to change until the draw is published.
What Is The Prize Money at the China Tennis Open?
The 2026 prize money should be considered separately for the men’s ATP 500 and women’s WTA 1000 events.
For the women’s WTA 1000 event, the total financial commitment is $9,415,725. The singles champion will receive $1,151,380, with $612,340 for the runner-up and $340,190 for a semi-final appearance.
The 2026 ATP figures should be checked once officially released rather than using estimates or converting the previous year’s figures into pounds.
Who Is Favourite To Win The China Tennis Open?
The China Open field includes several players who are likely to attract significant attention in the pre-tournament betting markets. However, outright odds can change as the draw is made, players confirm their participation and the tournament approaches, so early market prices should not be treated as a fixed prediction of the eventual champion.
On the men’s side, Jannik Sinner enters as defending champion, while Alexander Zverev and Novak Djokovic are among the other leading names in the confirmed entry list. Daniil Medvedev, Alex de Minaur, Andrey Rublev and Felix Auger-Aliassime are also part of the field.
The women’s tournament features an especially deep field, with Aryna Sabalenka, Elena Rybakina, Jessica Pegula, Coco Gauff, Iga Swiatek and defending champion Amanda Anisimova among the leading entrants.
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