Miami Open presented by Itau 2026: All the details

The world's top players, including Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner, will compete at the 41st edition of the prestigious ATP Masters 1000 event.

Mar. 12, 2026 at 4:18pm

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The 2026 Miami Open presented by Itau, the second leg of the 'Sunshine Double', will take place from March 18-29 at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, Florida. The tournament will feature a star-studded field, including Carlos Alcaraz, Jannik Sinner, Novak Djokovic, and Alexander Zverev, among others. The draw will be made on March 16, and the action will commence the following day, with the singles final scheduled for March 29.

Why it matters

The Miami Open is one of the most prestigious events on the ATP Tour, attracting the world's best players. It is the second ATP Masters 1000 tournament of the season, following the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, and serves as an important stop on the road to the Grand Slam events.

The details

The Miami Open presented by Itau will feature a total prize pool of $9,415,725, with the singles champion earning $1,151,380 and 1,000 ranking points. The doubles champions will receive $468,200 and 1,000 points. The tournament will be broadcast live on TennisTV, with a TV schedule available for viewers.

  • The qualifying rounds will be held on March 16-17 at 11 a.m.
  • The singles main draw will take place from March 18-28, with matches starting at 11 a.m. and 7 p.m.
  • The doubles main draw will be contested from March 22-28.
  • The doubles final is scheduled for March 28, not before 12:30 p.m.
  • The singles final will be played on March 29, not before 3 p.m.

The players

Carlos Alcaraz

A rising star on the ATP Tour, Alcaraz has already won multiple titles and is expected to be one of the top contenders at the Miami Open.

Jannik Sinner

The young Italian has been making waves on the tour and will be looking to add the Miami Open title to his growing list of accomplishments.

Novak Djokovic

The six-time Miami Open champion will be seeking to reclaim the title and add to his impressive record at the event.

Alexander Zverev

The German powerhouse has been a consistent performer at the Miami Open and will be aiming to win his first title at the event.

Ben Shelton

The young American will be leading the home charge at the Miami Open, looking to make a deep run in the prestigious tournament.

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What they’re saying

“The Miami Open is always one of the highlights of the season. The atmosphere and the level of competition are unmatched.”

— Jannik Sinner (atptour.com)

“Winning the Miami Open would be a dream come true. I'm going to give it my all to try and make that happen.”

— Ben Shelton (atptour.com)

What’s next

The draw for the 2026 Miami Open presented by Itau will be made on Monday, March 16 at 1 p.m. on site, setting the stage for the highly anticipated tournament.

The takeaway

The Miami Open is a must-watch event on the ATP Tour, showcasing the world's best players and providing an exciting start to the spring hard-court season. With a star-studded field and a rich history, the 2026 edition promises to be another thrilling chapter in the tournament's legacy.