ATP Montreal 2026: National Bank Open Entry List & Star Lineup
The men of the ATP Tour are headed north, and Canadian tennis fans are in for a historic treat. Tennis Canada has officially dropped the player entry list for the 2026 National Bank Open presented by Rogers (NBO) in Montreal, and it is easily the most competitive lineup the city has ever seen. An astonishing 71 of the ATP Tour’s top 72 singles players have confirmed their spots in the tournament.
This summer, Montreal’s IGA Stadium is making history by rolling out an expanded 12-day, 96-player main draw format for the very first time on the men’s side. This means fans will get extra days of world-class hard-court action, running from August 1 to August 13, 2026. With multiple Grand Slam icons, local Canadian heroes, and the sport’s most explosive rising stars packed into one draw, the battle for the Masters 1000 crown is wide open.
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The Big Stars Headlining the Event
The 2026 field features an outstanding line-up, including multiple Grand Slam champions and nine of the top 10 players in the PIF ATP Rankings.
The Top Seeds
Leading the pack is the current World No. 1 and reigning Wimbledon champion, Jannik Sinner. Sinner is making his fifth appearance in Canada and enters the tournament as a heavy favorite, remaining undefeated in ATP Masters 1000 events so far this season.
Right behind him are two incredibly strong competitors:
- Alexander Zverev (World No. 2): Zverev has had a fantastic year, having captured his first career Grand Slam title earlier in 2026 at Roland-Garros.
- Félix Auger-Aliassime (World No. 4): The Canadian star is having a dream season, becoming the winningest Canadian singles player in history in 2026. He enters the tournament on the heels of back-to-back quarter-final appearances at Roland-Garros and Wimbledon.
More Top Powerhouses
The star power does not stop at the top seeds. Fans in Montreal will also get to see:
- Alex de Minaur: The Australian speedster who already holds 11 career ATP titles.
- Taylor Fritz: The top American star who has captured 10 ATP titles, including his famous win at Indian Wells.
- Andrey Rublev: The powerhouse who won the 2024 Madrid Open and finished as the runner-up in Montreal that same year.
Past Champions Return to Montreal
Montreal has a rich history of crowning champions, and four former winners are returning this year to try and lift the trophy once again.
Ben Shelton’s Title Defense
American rising star Ben Shelton enters the tournament as the defending champion. Shelton, currently sitting at World No. 5, captured the hearts of Canadian fans during his title run and will look to protect his crown against a highly competitive field.
Djokovic, Medvedev, and Carreño Busta
- Novak Djokovic: The 24-time Grand Slam champion is a true legend of the sport. Djokovic has an incredible history in Canada, having won the National Bank Open four times previously in 2007, 2011, 2012, and 2016.
- Daniil Medvedev: The hard-court master who lifted the Canadian trophy back in 2021.
- Pablo Carreño Busta: The Spanish veteran who won an emotional title here in 2022.
Homegrown Heroes and Wild Cards
For Canadian tennis fans, the most exciting news involves the tournament wild cards.
Gabriel Diallo Steps Up
Montreal native Gabriel Diallo has been awarded a main-draw wild card. Diallo has made massive strides on the tour, recently reaching the quarter-finals at Eastbourne and the second round at Wimbledon. Playing in front of his home crowd is a dream come true for the young Quebecer.
The French Entertainer: Gaël Monfils
Joining the main draw as an exciting wild card entry is fan-favorite Gaël Monfils. The French veteran is famous for his incredible trick shots, athletic slides, and unmatched charisma on court, promising to bring immense entertainment to IGA Stadium.
Other Canadian Talent
The wild card entries ensure that Canada is well-represented. Alongside Félix Auger-Aliassime, Denis Shapovalov will also be in the main draw. Currently ranked No. 41, Shapovalov is known for his explosive left-handed game and loves feeding off the home crowd’s electric energy.
Heartbreak for the Tennis Fans
While the entry list is packed with stars, there is one major piece of sad news for tennis fans. Spanish superstar and seven-time Grand Slam champion Carlos Alcaraz was forced to withdraw from the tournament.
Alcaraz has been dealing with a lingering right wrist injury since April, which previously forced him to miss significant time on the tour. His team confirmed that he needs more time to fully recover before returning to hard-court competition.
Tournament Director Valérie Tétreault acknowledged the disappointment but pointed out that the field remains historically strong. Because of the single open spot in the top tier, other rising stars will have a major opportunity to claim the title.
Young Rising Stars to Watch
The 2026 National Bank Open will not just feature established veterans; it will also be a showcase for the future of men’s tennis. Four players under the age of 22 are highly anticipated to make waves in the tournament:
- Learner Tien: The 20-year-old American prodigy who has already captured his first career ATP title this season.
- Jakub Menšík: A rising Czech star who also claimed an ATP title in 2026 and possesses massive groundstrokes.
- Rafael Jodar: The 19-year-old Spanish sensation who made deep quarter-final runs at Madrid, Rome, and Roland-Garros this year.
- João Fonseca: The electric 19-year-old from Brazil who reached the quarter-finals at the Monte-Carlo Masters and Roland-Garros.
Complete Entry List (Direct Entrants & Key Wild Cards)
The 96-player tournament draw features 72 direct entrants, 16 qualifiers who will fight through the preliminary rounds, and 8 wild cards.
Here is the officially released list of top direct entries and notable wild cards:
| Seed/Entry No. | Player Name | Country |
| 1 | Jannik Sinner | ITA |
| 2 | Alexander Zverev | GER |
| 3 | Félix Auger-Aliassime | CAN |
| 4 | Ben Shelton | USA |
| 5 | Alex de Minaur | AUS |
| 6 | Taylor Fritz | USA |
| 7 | Novak Djokovic | SRB |
| 8 | Daniil Medvedev | – |
| 9 | Flavio Cobolli | ITA |
| 10 | Alexander Bublik | KAZ |
| 11 | Casper Ruud | NOR |
| 12 | Andrey Rublev | – |
| 13 | Jiri Lehecka | CZE |
| 14 | Lorenzo Musetti | ITA |
| 15 | Luciano Darderi | ITA |
| 16 | Learner Tien | USA |
| 17 | Jakub Menšík | CZE |
| 18 | Frances Tiafoe | USA |
| 19 | Valentin Vacherot | MON |
| 20 | Francisco Cerundolo | ARG |
| 21 | Karen Khachanov | – |
| 22 | Alejandro Davidovich Fokina | ESP |
| 23 | Arthur Fils | FRA |
| 24 | Tommy Paul | USA |
| 25 | Rafael Jodar | ESP |
| 26 | João Fonseca | BRA |
| 27 | Arthur Rinderknech | FRA |
| 28 | Cameron Norrie | GBR |
| 29 | Ugo Humbert | FRA |
| 30 | Brandon Nakashima | USA |
| 31 | Tomas Martin Etcheverry | ARG |
| 32 | Alejandro Tabilo | CHI |
| 33 | Ignacio Buse | PER |
| 34 | Matteo Arnaldi | ITA |
| 35 | Alexander Blockx | BEL |
| 36 | Zizou Bergs | BEL |
| 37 | Mariano Navone | ARG |
| 38 | Corentin Moutet | FRA |
| 39 | Adrian Mannarino | FRA |
| 40 | Denis Shapovalov | CAN |
| 41 | Juan Manuel Cerundolo | ARG |
| 42 | Raphael Collignon | BEL |
| 43 | Jaume Munar | ESP |
| 44 | Kamil Majchrzak | POL |
| 45 | Alex Michelsen | USA |
| 46 | Ethan Quinn | USA |
| 47 | Hubert Hurkacz | POL (*PR) |
| 48 | Nuno Borges | POR |
| 49 | Tomas Machac | CZE |
| 50 | Miomir Kecmanovic | SRB |
| 51 | Matteo Berrettini | ITA |
| 52 | Terence Atmane | FRA |
| 53 | Fabian Marozsan | HUN |
| 54 | Botic van de Zandschulp | NED |
| 55 | Thiago Agustin Tirante | ARG |
| 56 | Yannick Hanfmann | GER |
| 57 | Juncheng Shang | CHN (*PR) |
| 58 | Sebastian Baez | ARG |
| 59 | Tallon Griekspoor | NED |
| 60 | Camilo Ugo Carabelli | ARG |
| 61 | Martin Landaluce | ESP |
| 62 | Daniel Altmaier | GER |
| 63 | Marin Cilic | CRO |
| 64 | Sebastian Korda | USA |
| 65 | Vit Kopriva | CZE |
| 66 | Roman Andres Burruchaga | ARG |
| 67 | Zachary Svajda | USA |
| 68 | Mattia Bellucci | ITA |
| 69 | Hamad Medjedovic | SRB |
| 70 | Lorenzo Sonego | ITA |
| 71 | Aleksandar Kovacevic | USA |
| 72 | Pablo Carreño Busta | ESP |
| 73 | Adolfo Daniel Vallejo | PAR |
| 74 | Jesper de Jong | NED |
| 88 (WC) | Gabriel Diallo | CAN |
| (WC) | Gaël Monfils | FRA |
(Note: *PR indicates a player using a Protected Ranking to enter the tournament. Alternate entries and the remaining wild cards will fill out the rest of the 96-player format over the coming weeks).
Important Tournament Dates and Format
The tournament is structured to give fans maximum tennis action over nearly two weeks. Here are the key dates to remember:
- Friday, July 31 (11:00 a.m. ET): The official ATP Draw Ceremony. This will determine the exact brackets and potential matchups. Fans can watch it live from the National Bank head office via tournament streaming platforms.
- Saturday, August 1: The qualifying rounds begin, where 16 players will fight for a spot in the main bracket.
- Sunday, August 2: The main-draw tournament play officially begins at IGA Stadium.
- Tuesday, August 4 & Wednesday, August 5: The top 32 seeded players, who receive a first-round bye, will play their opening matches in round two.
- Thursday, August 13: The tournament concludes with the thrilling championship final.
Supporting Tennis Growth in Canada
While the National Bank Open is an incredible entertainment event for fans, it also serves a bigger purpose for the local community. Tournament Director Valérie Tétreault noted that hosting 71 of the top 72 players reflects Montreal’s incredible position on the global sports stage. The money generated by the event is directly reinvested by Tennis Canada to improve sports infrastructure, support grass-roots tennis development, and give young Canadian athletes the tools they need to succeed internationally.
With elite tennis stars, home-crowd favorites, legendary icons, and exciting young prodigies all converging on Montreal, the 2026 National Bank Open promises to be an unforgettable showcase of athletic excellence. Be sure to grab your tickets early to witness history in the making!