Almaty Open 2026, Kazakhstan - ATP 250

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DATE: 19 - 25 October, 2026
SURFACE: Hard
PRIZE MONEY: $1,075,160
FIELD SIZE: 28
2025 CHAMPION: Daniil Medvedev

Seeds and Draw

1 Medvedev, Daniil
2 Darderi, Luciano
3 Bublik, Alexander
4 Rublev, Andrey
5 Khachanov, Karen
6 Etcheverry, Tomas Martin
7 Tsitsipas, Stefanos
8 Tirante, Thiago Agustin

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The Almaty Open

The Almaty Open is an ATP 250 tournament that has established Kazakhstan as an important destination on the international tennis calendar. Originally launched as the Astana Open in 2020, the event enjoyed two successful editions before becoming a permanent fixture on the ATP Tour in 2022. In 2024, the tournament relocated to Almaty, Kazakhstan's largest city, beginning a new chapter in its development.

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Played on indoor hard courts, the Almaty Open takes place at Almaty Arena, a modern multipurpose sporting complex capable of hosting major international competitions. The indoor setting provides consistent playing conditions, rewarding powerful serving, aggressive baseline play and quick reactions. With valuable ATP ranking points available, the tournament attracts established international stars alongside emerging players seeking to make their mark on the professional circuit.

The tournament occupies an important position on the autumn ATP calendar, when players are competing for ranking points and opportunities to qualify for the season-ending championships. Its location in Central Asia also gives the ATP Tour a presence in a region where tennis has enjoyed considerable growth in recent years.

Kazakhstan has invested significantly in tennis development, producing internationally competitive players and attracting major sporting events. The Almaty Open reflects those ambitions, offering local supporters the opportunity to watch world-class tennis while introducing international visitors to one of Central Asia's most vibrant cities.

Combining modern facilities, competitive indoor tennis and enthusiastic local support, the Almaty Open continues to build its reputation as a distinctive stop on the ATP Tour.

About Almaty

At the foot of the magnificent Tian Shan Mountains, Almaty is the country's largest city and one of Central Asia's most attractive urban destinations. Home to more than two million people, it combines leafy boulevards, striking mountain scenery and a rich cultural heritage with the energy of a modern commercial and financial centre.

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Almaty served as Kazakhstan's capital until 1997 and remains the country's principal cultural hub. Its broad, tree-lined streets, lively cafés and numerous parks give the city a relaxed atmosphere, while its theatres, museums and galleries reflect a fascinating blend of Kazakh, Russian and wider Central Asian influences.

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Among the city's best known landmarks is the colourful Ascension Cathedral, an extraordinary wooden Orthodox cathedral standing within Panfilov Park. Visitors can also explore the bustling Green Bazaar, discover traditional Kazakh cuisine or take a cable car to Kok Tobe, a hilltop recreation area offering panoramic views across the city.

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Beyond the urban centre, Almaty's greatest attraction is its spectacular natural setting. The nearby Medeu high altitude skating complex and Shymbulak mountain resort are popular destinations throughout the year, while the surrounding mountains offer outstanding opportunities for hiking, skiing and exploring alpine landscapes. The beautiful Big Almaty Lake, set among dramatic mountain peaks, is another of the region's most recognisable natural landmarks.

For tennis fans attending the Almaty Open, the city offers an opportunity to experience a destination unlike most others on the ATP Tour. Its combination of modern sporting facilities, distinctive cultural traditions and breathtaking mountain scenery makes Almaty a memorable setting for international tennis.

Source: ChatGPT

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