The Italian Open (Rome Masters) is one of the most prestigious clay-court tournaments in tennis, held annually at the iconic Foro Italico in Rome, Italy.
As a combined ATP Masters 1000 and WTA 1000 event, the tournament brings together the best players in the world and serves as the final major warm-up before the French Open.
Italian Open 2026
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Tournament | Italian Open / Rome Masters |
| Official Name | Internazionali BNL d’Italia |
| Location | Rome, Italy |
| Venue | Foro Italico |
| Surface | Outdoor Clay |
| Tour Level | ATP Masters 1000 / WTA 1000 |
| Draw Size | 56 Singles / 28 Doubles |
| Dates | 5 – 17 May, 2026 |
Dates & Venue
The 2026 Italian Open tennis tournament will take place from the 5th to the 17th of May 2026, with both ATP and WTA events running simultaneously.
The tournament takes place at the Foro Italico, one of the most iconic tennis venues in the world.
Located in Rome, the venue features multiple clay courts surrounded by historic architecture, creating one of the most unique atmospheres on the ATP and WTA Tours.
The Italian Open is played on outdoor clay courts, which are slower than hard courts and favour strong baseline players, heavy topspin hitters, and players with high endurance.
These conditions make the tournament a key indicator of form heading into Roland Garros.
Schedule
Below is the expected schedule for the 2026 tournament in Rome, with the ladies’ singles final being played on Saturday, the 16th of May 2026, and the men’s singles final being played on Sunday, the 17th of May 2026.
| Date | Round |
|---|---|
| Tuesday, 5 May 2026 | ATP/WTA 1st Round |
| Wednesday, 6 May 2026 | ATP/WTA 1st Round |
| Thursday, 7 May 2026 | ATP/WTA 2nd Round |
| Friday, 8 May 2026 | ATP/WTA 2nd Round |
| Saturday, 9 May 2026 | ATP/WTA 3rd Round |
| Sunday, 10 May 2026 | ATP/WTA 3rd Round |
| Monday, 11 May 2026 | ATP/WTA 4th Round |
| Tuesday, 12 May 2026 | ATP 4th Round and WTA Quarterfinals |
| Wednesday, 13 May 2026 | ATP/WTA Quarterfinals |
| Thursday, 14 May 2026 | ATP Quarterfinals |
| Friday, 15 May 2026 | WTA Semifinals |
| Saturday, 16 May 2026 | ATP Semifinals and WTA Finals |
| Sunday, 17 May 2026 | ATP Finals |
Draws
The official draws for the 2026 tournament will be released shortly before the event begins.
ATP Singles Draw: 56 players
WTA Singles Draw: 56 players
Doubles Draw: 28 teams
Draws are typically published on the official ATP and WTA websites, 2–3 days before the start of the main draw.
Italian Open 2026 Players (Expected)
The Italian Open consistently attracts all top-ranked players due to its importance in the clay season, with Top 10 players typically participating in Rome due to its importance before Roland Garros.
Players that are expected to play in 2026 include:
ATP Players
- Novak Djokovic
- Alex De Minaur
- Daniil Medvedev
- Jannik Sinner
- Alexander Zverev
- Stefanos Tsitsipas
WTA Players
- Iga Świątek
- Aryna Sabalenka
- Coco Gauff
- Elena Rybakina
- Jessica Pegula
- Ons Jabeur
Final entry lists are usually confirmed one to two weeks before the tournament.
Prize Money and Points
The total prize money fund for the 2026 Rome Masters has yet to be confirmed but in 2025 it was €8,055,385 for the men’s tournaments and €6,009,593 for the women’s tournaments.
The Italian Open has been moving towards equal prize money, with increases introduced in recent years.
Below is a full breakdown of the prize money and points (per round) that were awarded to singles players in 2025.
Men’s Singles
The winner of the men’s singles event in 2025 received €985,030 and 1,000 points, with the runner-up receiving €523,870 and 650 ranking points.
| Performance | Prize Money | ATP Points |
|---|---|---|
| Winner | €985,030 | 1000 |
| Finalist | €523,870 | 650 |
| Semifinalist | €291,040 | 400 |
| Quarterfinalist | €165,670 | 200 |
| 4th Round | €90,445 | 100 |
| 3rd Round | €52,925 | 50 |
| 2nd Round | €30,895 | 30 |
| 1st Round | €20,820 | 10 |
Women’s Singles
The winner of the women’s singles event in 2025 won €877,390 and 1000 ranking points, with the runner-up winning €456,735 and 650 ranking points.
| Performance | Prize Money | Points |
|---|---|---|
| Winner | €877,390 | 1000 |
| Finalist | €456,735 | 650 |
| Semifinalist | €240,380 | 390 |
| Quarterfinalist | €124,700 | 215 |
| 4th Round | €66,110 | 120 |
| 3rd Round | €38,313 | 65 |
| 2nd Round | €21,215 | 35 |
| 1st Round | €13,150 | 10 |
How to Watch the Italian Open 2026
Broadcast coverage depends on your region and broadcasting rights in your country.
Ireland & UK
- Sky Sports (ATP & WTA coverage)
Streaming Options
- Tennis TV (ATP matches)
- WTA TV (WTA matches)
Past Winners
Past winner of the ATP Masters 1000 singles tournament in Rome include Novak Djokovic, Andy Murray, and Rafael Nadal while past champions of the WTA 1000 singles tournament include Kim Clijsters, Amelie Mauresmo, and Serena Williams.
Rafael Nadal currently holds the record for most men’s singles titles with ten titles to his name, while Chris Evert holds the record for most women’s singles titles with a total of five titles to her name.
Men’s Singles
Carlos Alcaraz was the 2025 champion in the men’s singles event following his 7-6, 6-1 victory over Jannik Sinner in the 2025 men’s singles final (see video highlights from the final below).
Below are the last five men’s singles champions at the Italian Open, including the runner-up and final score for each year.
| Year | Winner | Runner Up | Score in Final |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Carlos Alcaraz | Jannik Sinner | 7-6, 6-1 |
| 2024 | Alexander Zverev | Nicolás Jarry | 6–4, 7–5 |
| 2023 | Daniil Medvedev | Holger Rune | 7-5, 7-5 |
| 2022 | Novak Djokovic | Stefanos Tsitsipas | 6-0, 7-6 |
| 2021 | Rafael Nadal | Novak Djokovic | 7–5, 1–6, 6–3 |
Women’s Singles
Jasmine Paolini was the 2025 champion in the women’s singles event after she defeated Coco Gauff in the final 6–4, 6–2.
Below are the last five women’s singles champions at the Italian Open, including the runner-up and final score for each year.
| Year | Winner | Runner Up | Score in Final |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Jasmine Paolini | Coco Gauff | 6–4, 6–2 |
| 2024 | Iga Swiatek | Aryna Sabalenka | 6–2, 6–3 |
| 2023 | Elena Rybakina | Anhelina Kalinina | 6-4, 1-0 (Retired) |
| 2022 | Iga Swiatek | Ons Jabeur | 6-2, 6-2 |
| 2021 | Iga Swiatek | Karolina Pliskova | 6–0, 6–0 |
FAQs – Italian Open (Rome Masters)
What is the Italian Open?
The Italian Open is a combined ATP Masters 1000 and WTA 1000 tennis tournament held annually in Rome on clay courts.
When is the Italian Open played?
It is usually held in May each year, just before the French Open.
Where is the Rome Masters held?
The tournament is played at the Foro Italico in Rome, Italy.
What surface is the Italian Open played on?
It is played on outdoor clay courts.
Final Thoughts
The Italian Open 2026 is set to be another key event in the tennis calendar, bringing together the world’s best players on clay in one of the sport’s most historic venues.
With its position just before the French Open, it remains one of the most important indicators of form heading into the second Grand Slam of the season.