The Bitpanda Hamburg Open is one of the most prestigious clay-court tournaments on the ATP Tour, returning to the Am Rothenbaum Tennis Center from 16 to 23 May 2026. Classified as an ATP 500 event, the tournament attracts a strong field of top-level players competing on outdoor clay in Hamburg, Germany. With confirmed entries including home favourite Alexander Zverev and Felix Auger-Aliassime, the 2026 edition promises another compelling week of tennis at one of the sport’s most historic venues.
What is the Hamburg Open?
The Hamburg Open, officially known as the Bitpanda Hamburg Open, is an ATP 500 clay-court tennis tournament held annually in Hamburg, Germany. It is one of the oldest tennis tournaments in the world, having been first staged in 1892. The event forms a key part of the ATP Tour’s clay-court season, offering significant ranking points and prize money of approximately €2.2 million. The men’s singles draw features 32 players, with qualifying rounds preceding the main draw. The tournament has also incorporated a WTA 250 women’s event in recent years, further broadening its appeal.
When is the Hamburg Open 2026?
The 2026 Bitpanda Hamburg Open takes place from Saturday 16 May to Saturday 23 May 2026. Qualifying rounds begin on the opening weekend, with the main draw getting under way on Monday 18 May. The quarter-finals are scheduled for Thursday 21 May, semi-finals on Friday 22 May, and the men’s singles final on Saturday 23 May.
Where is the Hamburg Open?
The tournament is held at the Am Rothenbaum Tennis Center, located in the Harvestehude quarter of Hamburg. The venue has hosted tennis since 1924 and is Germany’s largest tennis facility, with Centre Court holding approximately 13,200 spectators. A distinctive membrane roof, installed in 1998, allows play to continue in wet weather. The venue underwent a significant €10 million modernisation in 2019, improving seating, accessibility, and spectator facilities, and introducing a “Virtual Walk of Champions” celebrating the tournament’s rich heritage.
Key Contenders
Alexander Zverev was the first player confirmed for the 2026 edition and will be the crowd favourite as Germany’s top-ranked player. Zverev has a strong record on clay and reached the 2024 Hamburg final, where he lost to Arthur Fils. Felix Auger-Aliassime, who reached the 2025 semi-finals, has also confirmed his entry. The defending champion is Flavio Cobolli, who won the 2025 title with a commanding 6-2, 6-4 victory over Andrey Rublev in the final. German players Jan-Lennard Struff and Justin Engel are also confirmed, ensuring strong home representation. With the entry list still being finalised, further top-20 players are expected to commit in the weeks ahead.
How to Watch
In the United Kingdom, Sky Sports Tennis holds the broadcast rights for ATP 500 events, with live coverage available on Sky Sports channel 407, the Sky Sports app, and via NOW TV streaming. In the United States, Tennis Channel is the primary broadcaster for ATP 500 tournaments, available through cable providers and streaming services including Fubo TV, DIRECTV STREAM, Sling, and Amazon Prime Video. Globally, Tennis TV is the ATP Tour’s official streaming platform, offering live and on-demand coverage of all ATP Tour matches outside of Grand Slams. Tennis TV is available at $14.99 per month or $119.99 per year. In Germany, the tournament is typically broadcast on domestic sports channels.
History and Records
The Hamburg Open is the fifth oldest tennis tournament in the world, first held in 1892 with Walter Bonne as its inaugural champion. The event has crowned men’s singles champions across 119 editions, with 81 different players lifting the trophy. In the Open Era, Roger Federer holds the record with four titles, won between 2002 and 2007. Rafael Nadal, Guillermo Vilas, and Thomas Muster are among the other notable champions. In the women’s event, Steffi Graf won six consecutive titles from 1987 to 1992. Seven players who have held the ATP world number one ranking have triumphed in Hamburg, underscoring the tournament’s status as one of the elite clay-court events.
Tickets and Attendance
Tickets for the 2026 Bitpanda Hamburg Open are on sale through the official website at hamburgopenatp500.com. Prices start from €17 for early-round sessions, rising to €31 and above for later rounds. Seating is available in four categories based on proximity to the court, with Premium and VIP Prestige options also on offer for the best views and hospitality. The tournament organisers advise purchasing tickets exclusively through the official website and warn against third-party resellers.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does the Hamburg Open 2026 start?
The 2026 Bitpanda Hamburg Open begins on Saturday 16 May 2026, with qualifying rounds. The main draw starts on Monday 18 May.
Where is the Hamburg Open held?
The tournament takes place at the Am Rothenbaum Tennis Center in the Harvestehude quarter of Hamburg, Germany.
How can I watch the Hamburg Open?
In the UK, coverage is on Sky Sports Tennis. In the US, it is available on Tennis Channel. Globally, Tennis TV provides live streaming of all ATP Tour matches.
Who won the Hamburg Open last year?
Flavio Cobolli won the 2025 Hamburg Open, defeating Andrey Rublev 6-2, 6-4 in the final for his first ATP 500 title.