ATP 500 Beijing 2026: dates, players, schedule and prize money

ATP 500 Beijing 2026: All you need to know about the Chinese tournament

The ATP 500 Beijing tournament returns for its 2026 edition from October 5 to 11. This major men’s tour event, played on outdoor hard courts, is set to be one of the most anticipated events of the late season. With confirmed players, increased prize money, and a packed schedule, here’s everything you need to know about this competition.

Dates and venue: a tournament in the heart of the Asian swing

The ATP 500 Beijing will take place at the National Tennis Center in Beijing, China, from October 5 to 11, 2026. This schedule places the tournament right in the middle of the Asian swing, following the US Open and preceding the Shanghai Masters 1000. Organizers are banking on favorable autumn weather conditions in China to deliver high-quality tennis.

This edition also marks the return of professional tennis to China after several years, reinforcing its status as a must-attend event for players and fans alike. Matches will be scheduled throughout the day and evening, with programming adapted to international time zones.

Participants and confirmed players

Organizers have released part of the player list for the 2026 edition. Among the expected participants are top seeds from the ATP Tour, as well as local wild cards. The qualifying rounds, set for October 3 and 4, will see 16 players join the main draw.

Favorites include regulars at the tournament, such as Novak Djokovic or Carlos Alcaraz, who could make Beijing a key stop on the road to the Masters. Organizers have also promised the presence of young Asian talents, aiming to promote local tennis.

Schedule and match format

The tournament will follow the standard ATP 500 format: a 32-player singles draw and a 16-team doubles draw. Singles matches will be best-of-three sets, with a tiebreak in each set. Doubles will follow the traditional two-out-of-three sets format.

The detailed schedule will be released a few weeks before the start of the competition, but organizers have already announced opening matches on October 5. Quarterfinals are scheduled for October 9, followed by semifinals on October 10, and the singles and doubles finals on October 11.

Prize money and broadcast: financial and media stakes

The prize money for the 2026 edition stands at $3,500,000, an increase from previous years. The singles champion will take home $650,000, while the runner-up will receive $350,000. Semi-finalists and quarter-finalists will also benefit from substantial prize money.

In terms of broadcast, the tournament will be live on Eurosport and beIN Sports in Europe, while iQiyi and CCTV will cover the event in China. Fans can also follow matches via streaming on the official ATP platforms.

Stakes and outlook for players

For players, Beijing represents an opportunity to earn ATP 500 points and prepare for the year-end Masters. Participants will also be able to enjoy the unique atmosphere of the National Tennis Center, known for its passionate crowd.

Organizers are hoping to attract over 100,000 spectators over the week, confirming the growing enthusiasm for tennis in China. With a rich program and high sporting stakes, the ATP 500 Beijing 2026 promises to be an unmissable event.