China Open 2026, Beijing - ATP 500

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DATE: 30 September - 6 October, 2026
SURFACE: Hard
PRIZE MONEY: $4,089,385
FIELD SIZE: 32
2025 CHAMPION: Jannik Sinner (not defending)

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The China Open

The China Open is one of the flagship events of the Asian hard-court season, bringing many of the world's best players to China's capital as the ATP Tour heads towards its season-ending championships. As an ATP 500 tournament, the China Open plays a crucial role in the Race to Turin, with valuable ranking points and momentum on offer during the closing stages of the season.

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The tournament is held at the spectacular Beijing Olympic Green Tennis Center, a world-class facility originally constructed for the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games. Since opening, the venue has expanded to include 11 competition and practice courts, making it one of Asia's premier tennis complexes.

At the heart of the venue is the striking Diamond Court, a 15,000-seat stadium whose distinctive faceted roof was designed to resemble a cut diamond. Equipped with a retractable roof and advanced air-cooling technology, the stadium provides excellent playing conditions for both athletes and spectators, even during Beijing's warm autumn weather.

The China Open has become synonymous with elite competition, regularly attracting Grand Slam champions and the sport's biggest stars. The fast outdoor hard courts reward powerful serving, aggressive baseline play, and athletic movement, producing high-quality matches throughout the tournament. Combined with exceptional facilities and passionate crowds, the China Open has established itself as one of the premier tournaments outside the Grand Slams and ATP Masters 1000 events.

Beijing

Beijing is one of the world's oldest capitals and a city where more than three thousand years of history meet cutting-edge modern development. As the political and cultural heart of China, it is home to some of the nation's most treasured landmarks, alongside impressive contemporary architecture and one of the world's most dynamic urban economies.

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Among its most famous attractions is the magnificent Forbidden City, the vast imperial palace that served as the home of China's emperors for nearly five centuries. Nearby, Tiananmen Square and the elegant Temple of Heaven offer further insights into the country's rich history and traditions. Just outside the city, visitors can experience one of the world's greatest landmarks—the Great Wall of China, which winds across the surrounding mountains.

Beijing is equally recognised for its modern achievements. The city successfully hosted the 2008 Summer Olympic Games and later became the first city in history to host both the Summer and Winter Olympics. The Olympic Green, home to the China Open, also features iconic venues such as the Bird's Nest National Stadium and the Water Cube, making it one of the world's great sporting precincts.

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During tournament week, Beijing offers visitors an extraordinary blend of ancient culture and contemporary energy. From historic hutongs and traditional cuisine to futuristic skyscrapers and world-class sporting facilities, the city provides a memorable backdrop for one of Asia's premier tennis tournaments.

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