National Bank Open Schedule 2026: Full Dates, Match Times, And Draw Details For Toronto & Montreal
The countdown to Canada's premier tennis event is officially over. As of July 30, 2026, the world’s elite players are descending upon Toronto and Montreal for the 2026 National Bank Open presented by Rogers. Running from August 1 to August 10, 2026, this dual-city ATP Masters 1000 and WTA 1000 tournament serves as the ultimate proving ground ahead of the final Grand Slam of the year.
| Date | Round / Phase | Men's Event (Sobeys Stadium, Toronto) | Women's Event (IGA Stadium, Montreal) |
|---|---|---|---|
| August 1 – 2, 2026 | Qualifying Rounds | Day & Night Sessions | Day & Night Sessions |
| August 3 – 5, 2026 | Rounds 1 & 2 | Day (11:00 AM) / Night (7:00 PM) | Day (11:00 AM) / Night (7:00 PM) |
| August 6 – 7, 2026 | Round of 16 & Quarterfinals | Day (12:30 PM) / Night (7:00 PM) | Day (12:30 PM) / Night (7:00 PM) |
| August 8, 2026 | Semifinals | Day (12:30 PM) / Night (6:00 PM) | Day (12:30 PM) / Night (6:00 PM) |
| August 9 – 10, 2026 | Championship Finals | Finals (1:30 PM) | Finals (1:30 PM) |
Tournament Structure & Venue Rotation
The 2026 edition of this historic tournament maintains its classic alternating format. This year, the men of the ATP Tour head to Sobeys Stadium in Toronto, while the women of the WTA Tour showcase their talent at IGA Stadium in Montreal.
With both tournaments designated as 1000-level events, the stakes are incredibly high. Players are vying for 1,000 crucial ranking points and a massive prize pool, making the National Bank Open a critical stop on the North American hard-court summer swing. Fans can expect a highly compact, intense week of matches as the 56-player singles draws are whittled down to a single champion in each city.
Impact & Utility: Session Details and Broadcast Times
Getting the most out of your tournament experience requires understanding the session breakdown. Matches are split into distinct ticketed blocks to accommodate the massive crowds expected in both Ontario and Quebec.
Day Sessions vs. Night Sessions
- Day Sessions: Typically begin at 11:00 AM EST for the opening rounds. These sessions feature multiple high-profile matches across the grandstand and outer courts.
- Night Sessions: Scheduled to start at 7:00 PM EST. These feature the marquee center-court matchups under the stadium lights, often showcasing the top-seeded players in prime time.
Global Broadcast Partners
Fans unable to attend the matches in person can follow the action live through various sports networks:
- Canada: Sportsnet (English) and TVA Sports (French) provide comprehensive daily coverage.
- United States: Tennis Channel offers wall-to-wall live broadcasts of both the ATP and WTA draws.
- International: Sky Sports (UK) and various regional streaming platforms will host live feeds of every televised court.
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What's Next: Key Contenders and Matchups
Because the tournament takes place just weeks before the US Open, player health, tournament seeding, and hard-court adaptation are the primary storylines. In Toronto, ATP powerhouses are looking to establish early dominance on the quick Canadian courts. Meanwhile, Montreal will play host to a fiercely competitive WTA draw where physical endurance and baseline consistency will dictate who reaches the final Sunday.
Spectators should keep a close eye on the early-round schedule. The top-eight seeded players who receive first-round byes are scheduled to begin their campaigns on Tuesday, August 4, and Wednesday, August 5, marking the official entry of the world's absolute best into the bracket.
