Provisional Schedule Released for ATP 500 Mexican Open 2026
ACAPULCO, MEXICO – With the elite entry list now finalized, the organizers of the 2026 Mexican Open (Abierto Mexicano Telcel presentado por HSBC) have released the provisional schedule of play. The 33rd edition of this ATP 500 event will transform the Arena GNP Seguros into a hub of world-class tennis, featuring its signature night-session atmosphere under the stars of Acapulco.
The action kicks off with qualifying rounds on Saturday, February 21, leading into a high-stakes main draw that concludes with the crowning of a champion on Saturday evening, February 28.
2026 Provisional Schedule of Play
Fans can expect most sessions to begin in the late afternoon or evening to take advantage of the cooler coastal temperatures and provide the iconic “Acapulco Night” experience.
The following is the provisional match schedule for the 2026 Mexican Open in Acapulco, with key time conversions for major tennis markets where many ATP players and audiences are based.
Note: Late February falls before Daylight Saving Time in the U.S. and Europe, so these conversions use standard time (EST/PST/GMT/CET).
Melbourne and Sydney are on AEDT (summer time).
Time Conversion Table (Local → International Broadcast Windows)
| Date | Round | Acapulco Local Time (UTC-6) | New York (EST) | Los Angeles (PST) | London (GMT) | Paris (CET) | Madrid (CET) | Melbourne (AEDT) | Sydney (AEDT) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Feb 21 | Qualifying Rounds | 5:00 PM | 6:00 PM | 3:00 PM | 11:00 PM | 12:00 AM (Feb 22) | 12:00 AM (Feb 22) | 10:00 AM (Feb 22) | 10:00 AM (Feb 22) |
| Sun, Feb 22 | Qualifying Finals / Kids Day | 6:00 PM | 7:00 PM | 4:00 PM | 12:00 AM (Feb 23) | 1:00 AM | 1:00 AM | 11:00 AM | 11:00 AM |
| Mon, Feb 23 | First Round | 6:00 PM | 7:00 PM | 4:00 PM | 12:00 AM (Feb 24) | 1:00 AM | 1:00 AM | 11:00 AM | 11:00 AM |
| Tue, Feb 24 | First Round | 6:00 PM | 7:00 PM | 4:00 PM | 12:00 AM (Feb 25) | 1:00 AM | 1:00 AM | 11:00 AM | 11:00 AM |
| Wed, Feb 25 | Second Round | 6:00 PM | 7:00 PM | 4:00 PM | 12:00 AM (Feb 26) | 1:00 AM | 1:00 AM | 11:00 AM | 11:00 AM |
| Thu, Feb 26 | Quarterfinals | 6:00 PM | 7:00 PM | 4:00 PM | 12:00 AM (Feb 27) | 1:00 AM | 1:00 AM | 11:00 AM | 11:00 AM |
| Fri, Feb 27 | Semifinals | 7:00 PM | 8:00 PM | 5:00 PM | 1:00 AM (Feb 28) | 2:00 AM | 2:00 AM | 12:00 PM | 12:00 PM |
| Sat, Feb 28 | Singles & Doubles Finals | 6:30 PM | 7:30 PM | 4:30 PM | 12:30 AM (Mar 1) | 1:30 AM | 1:30 AM | 11:30 AM | 11:30 AM |
Special Events & Fan Experiences
Beyond the matches on the main courts, the 2026 tournament features several off-court highlights designed for fans and the local community:
- Kids Day (Feb 22): A dedicated Sunday session where younger fans can interact with top players and participate in on-court clinics.
- MEXTENIS Talks: Scheduled for Monday (Feb 23) and Friday (Feb 27) at approximately 6:30 PM, these sessions offer insights from industry experts and tennis legends regarding the evolution of the sport in Latin America.
- Acapulco Diamond Zone Fan Village: Open daily from 4:00 PM, featuring luxury sponsors, Mexican gastronomy, and live music following the conclusion of the final match each night.
Venue Information: Arena GNP Seguros
The tournament continues its residency at the state-of-the-art Arena GNP Seguros, located in the heart of the Diamond Zone. Since its inauguration, the venue has been praised for its 10,000-seat capacity and world-class facilities, which played a pivotal role in the city’s post-hurricane sporting revival.
Pro Tip for Fans: The semifinal and final sessions (Friday and Saturday) traditionally see the highest demand. With four Top-10 players in the draw, including Alexander Zverev and Lorenzo Musetti, tickets for these rounds are expected to sell out well in advance of the opening serve.