Barcelona Open Banc Sabadell, Spain 2026 - ATP 500

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DATE: 13 - 19 April, 2026
SURFACE: Clay
PRIZE MONEY: €2,950,310
FIELD SIZE: 32
DEFENDING CHAMPION: Holger Rune
WEBSITE: www.barcelonaopenbancsabadell.com

Seeds and Draw

1 Alcaraz, Carlos
2 Musetti, Lorenzo
3 de Minaur, Alex
4 Khachanov, Karen
5 Rublev, Andrey
6 Vacherot, Valentin
7 Norrie, Cameron
8 Draper, Jack

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Tournament Info

The Barcelona Open Banc Sabadell, also known as the Trofeo Conde de Godó, stands as one of the most prestigious clay-court tournaments on the ATP Tour. First held in 1953, the event has been staged every year at the historic Real Club de Tenis Barcelona-1899, the oldest tennis club in Spain. Its rich heritage and elegant setting make it a cornerstone of both Spanish tennis and Barcelona’s social calendar.

As an ATP 500 tournament, the Barcelona Open plays a key role in the European clay-court season, serving as a vital lead-up to Roland Garros. The slow clay courts reward tactical intelligence, endurance, and mastery of topspin—qualities that have defined many of the tournament’s greatest champions.

No player is more closely associated with the event than Rafael Nadal, who holds a record 12 singles titles in Barcelona. His dominance at the tournament has helped cement its global reputation and inspired generations of Spanish players. Over the decades, the event has also showcased numerous world-class competitors, blending tradition with elite-level competition.

Beyond the tennis, the Barcelona Open offers a distinctive Mediterranean atmosphere. Set in one of Europe’s most vibrant cities, the tournament combines world-class sport with Catalan culture, fine cuisine, and a relaxed coastal charm. This unique blend of heritage, prestige, and sporting excellence ensures the Barcelona Open remains one of the most celebrated stops on the ATP Tour.

About Barcelona
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Barcelona, with 4.7 million inhabitant's is the second most-populace city in Spain, and 7th most in the E.U. It is a major cultural capital in Europe, as well as home to a pretty popular football club, FC Barcelona. A major feature of Barcelona is its "modernist" architecture by Antoni Gaudi, particularly the as-yet unfinished Sagrada Familia Cathedral, La Pedrera Apartments and the whimsical Parq Guell, and the city is also home to the museums of Picasso, Miró and Tàpies, all local-boys-made-good.

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Although beautifully situated on the Mediterranean, for much of its history Barcelona was known as "the city that turns its back on the sea." This has changed in the last two decades, with the city embracing its beaches and waterfronts. La Barceloneta, one such rejuvenated neighborhood, is now a very popular beach in summer, as well has having numerous seaside restaurants with the best fish and best paella in town. On the upper end of food, Barcelona is the epicenter of one of the most innovative food movements in the new century, spearheaded by Ferran Adria and his ElBulli restaurant.

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Facilities Overview​

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️ Centre Court – Pista Rafa Nadal​

  • Capacity: Approximately 8,000 spectators
  • Formerly known as Centre Court, it was renamed Pista Rafa Nadal in honour of the 12-time champion.
  • Features modern seating, hospitality areas, media facilities, and excellent sightlines, creating an electric yet intimate viewing experience.

Number of Courts​

  • The club boasts 18 clay courts in total.
  • During the tournament, several are used for:
    • Main draw matches
    • Doubles competitions
    • Practice sessions for players
  • The layout allows fans to move easily between courts, offering close-up views of world-class tennis.

Facilities and Atmosphere​

  • Player Facilities: Modern locker rooms, training areas, physio and recovery zones.
  • Spectator Amenities: Restaurants, cafés, sponsor pavilions, VIP hospitality suites, and fan zones.
  • Media & Broadcast: State-of-the-art press and broadcast facilities supporting global coverage.
  • Club Heritage: Founded in 1899, the venue blends historic charm with contemporary upgrades, maintaining a classic Mediterranean tennis ambiance.

A Unique Tennis Experience​

Unlike many large, modern stadium complexes, the Barcelona Open’s venue offers a boutique, close-to-the-action feel. The combination of traditional clay courts, lush surroundings, and passionate crowds makes it one of the most atmospheric stops on the ATP Tour.

Here is a flythrough of the facilities:

 
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Withdrawals,
Davidovich Fokina, replaced by Baez
Ugo Humbert, replaced by Navone
Tien, replaced by Atmane
FAA, Ruud, Vacherot

There are usually 4 Main Wild Cards handed out so far 2, probably remaining 2 will be handed out closer when the tournament begins
Stan Wawrinka and Rafael Jodar recieved 2 of the main draw wild cards
Martin Landaluce has received a main draw wild card
 
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Projected Quarter Finals ( if the seeds hold)

Alcaraz (1) vs Draper (8)
Khachanov (4) vs Rublev (5)
de Minaur (3) vs Vacherot (6)
Musetti (2) vs Norrie (7)
 

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Vacherot has withdrawn due to right leg injury, the draw has been adjusted. Arthur Fils moves up to a 9 seed and will face Atmane. He remains in the quarter of the draw with Lorenzo Musetti No 2.
 
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Can Jack Draper get a break, he had to retire down 1-4 in 3rd set against Etcheverry, he injured his right leg at the start of the 2nd set, had it taped, still hampered his movement. Draper's next tournament is Madrid., where he is defending 650 points., if he can recover in time to play
 
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Day 1 Barca Highlights

Stan rolls back the years to push Norrie to the brink... Horrible net cord on match point!! Stan is gone.

 

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Alcaraz won his first match against Q Virtanen 64 62, he was complaining of wrist/ forearm, discomfort,, after he hits a fhand, he did get the physio out for his wrist during the match, he will undergo tests tomorrow, I dont think he will withdraw, unless it is a serious problem
 
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I posted these news on ATP news as well,
After having scans on his right wrist this morning Alcaraz has withdrawn, he was scheduled to play Machac, who gets a walkover to the QFs
 
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With Alcaraz's withdrawal, the draw becomes significantly unbalanced. Bottom half is much more competitive than the Top half.
It could be a great opportunity for Musetti,(2) ( though I am not holding my breath when it comes to Musetti :)
 

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Alcaraz's so young to be just about burned out already! The game is so grueling, get accustommed to the top players WD, retiring, or resting! :yes:
Alcaraz is not burnt out at all? tennis players do get injuries, regardless of their age, he has a right wrist complaint and has done the right thing in withdrawing, before the bigger clay tournaments in 2026., including Roland Garros
 
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QFs
Friday 17th April,
Rublev (5) vs Machac
Borges vs Medjedovic
Norrie (7) vs Jodar
Musetti (2) vs Fils (9) that is my pick for the match of the QFs
 
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