Canberra Tennis International 2026: Prize Money, Points, and Preview
The 2026 tennis season is officially underway in the Australian capital as the Workday Canberra International returns to the Canberra Tennis Centre. Running from January 5 to January 10, 2026, this prestigious ATP Challenger 125 event serves as a critical warm-up for the Australian Open, offering players world-class hard court preparation alongside significant financial and ranking incentives.
With a total prize money pool of USD 225,000, the tournament attracts a mix of established veterans looking to regain form and rising stars eager to break into the elite tiers of men’s tennis. The “Challenger 125” designation means the champion will take home 125 ATP ranking points—a massive boost that can often be the difference between direct entry into Grand Slams or facing the qualifying rounds.
Prize Money and Points Distribution
For the players in the main draw, the stakes are high from the very first round. The champion of the 2026 edition will earn a cheque for $33,650 along with the maximum 125 ranking points. Even a run to the final guarantees nearly $20,000 and more than 60 points, making it a lucrative stop on the tour.
Below is the complete breakdown of the prize money and ranking points on offer for the Men’s Singles draw:
| Round | Prize Money (USD) | ATP Ranking Points |
| Winner | $33,650 | 125 |
| Finalist | $19,700 | 64 |
| Semifinalist | $11,705 | 35 |
| Quarterfinalist | $6,800 | 16 |
| Round of 16 | $3,895 | 8 |
| Round of 32 | $2,255 | 0 |
A Star-Studded Field in the Capital
The 2026 draw features a robust lineup of international talent. The top seed for the event is the Czech Republic’s Vit Kopriva, ranked 103rd in the world, followed closely by Italian rising star Luca Nardi as the second seed.
The field is particularly notable for the presence of experienced campaigners. Japanese star Yoshihito Nishioka enters as the third seed, while former World No. 4 Kei Nishikori is also in the draw, making him a dangerous unseeded floater that no player wants to face in the early rounds. Other top contenders include Chilean Tomas Barrios Vera (4th seed) and American Brandon Holt (5th seed), ensuring that every match from the Round of 32 onwards will be fiercely contested.
The tournament also highlights the next generation, with Belgium’s Alexander Blockx (6th seed) and Danish prospect Elmer Moller (7th seed) looking to make deep runs. With such a competitive field and substantial rewards on the line, the Workday Canberra International 2026 promises to set an exciting tone for the year ahead.
