Vienna Open 2026 Draw Preview: Alcaraz Faces Khachanov, Zverev Chases World No. 1
The Vienna Open 2026 draw has been revealed, setting up several exciting first-round matches at the ATP 500 tournament, officially known as the Erste Bank Open.
Top seed Alexander Zverev begins his campaign against Spanish wildcard Martín Landaluce, while second seed Carlos Alcaraz faces a difficult opening test against former Vienna finalist Karen Khachanov.
Other standout first-round matches include Frances Tiafoe against Lorenzo Musetti, Flavio Cobolli against Grigor Dimitrov, and Tommy Paul against former champion Andrey Rublev.
The tournament takes place from October 26 to November 1, 2026, on indoor hard courts at the Wiener Stadthalle in Vienna, Austria.
There is also a major opportunity for Zverev, who can become World No. 1 for the first time if he reaches the quarterfinals.
Meanwhile, defending champion Jannik Sinner will not return to Vienna after ending his season early because of a right knee injury.
The doubles competition features several Grand Slam-winning teams, including top seeds Harri Heliövaara and Henry Patten, alongside Austrian Shanghai Masters champions Lucas Miedler and Neil Oberleitner.
Here is the complete Vienna Open 2026 draw preview, covering the singles and doubles draws, seeded players, key first-round matches, possible quarterfinals, wildcards and withdrawals.
Last updated: October 25, 2026.
Vienna Open 2026 Tournament Overview
| Tournament Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Official Name | Erste Bank Open |
| Category | ATP 500 |
| Dates | October 26 – November 1, 2026 |
| Qualifying | October 24–25, 2026 |
| Location | Vienna, Austria |
| Main Venue | Wiener Stadthalle |
| Additional Venue | Marx Halle |
| Surface | Indoor Hard |
| Singles Draw | 32 Players |
| Doubles Draw | 16 Teams |
| Prize Money | €2,797,985 |
| Singles Winner’s Prize | €523,305 |
| Doubles Winner’s Prize | €171,870 per team |
| Tournament Director | Herwig Straka |
| 2025 Singles Champion | Jannik Sinner |
| 2025 Doubles Champions | Julian Cash / Lloyd Glasspool |
The Erste Bank Open is one of the most important indoor tournaments during the final weeks of the ATP season.
Players will compete for 500 ranking points, valuable prize money and an opportunity to improve their positions in the ATP Race to Turin.
The singles main draw was made on Saturday, October 24, at Marx Halle.
Vienna Open 2026 Singles Draw: Seeded Players
Eight players are seeded in the 32-man singles draw.
| Seed | Player | Country | ATP Ranking at Draw |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alexander Zverev | Germany | 2 |
| 2 | Carlos Alcaraz | Spain | 3 |
| 3 | Daniil Medvedev | — | 5 |
| 4 | Flavio Cobolli | Italy | 6 |
| 5 | Alex de Minaur | Australia | 8 |
| 6 | Frances Tiafoe | United States | 9 |
| 7 | Tommy Paul | United States | 15 |
| 8 | Jakub Menšík | Czechia | 16 |
Zverev and Alcaraz occupy opposite halves of the draw, meaning they cannot meet before the final.
Medvedev is in Alcaraz’s half, while Cobolli, de Minaur and Tiafoe are in Zverev’s half.
With all eight seeds ranked inside the world’s Top 16, the tournament promises high-quality matches throughout the week.
Vienna Open 2026 Singles Draw Preview
Top Half: Zverev’s Road to the Quarterfinals
Alexander Zverev (1) vs. Martín Landaluce (WC)
Zverev begins against 20-year-old Spaniard Martín Landaluce, who received the tournament’s final main-draw wildcard.
The German won the Vienna title in 2021 and finished runner-up to Jannik Sinner in 2025.
Zverev enters this year’s tournament with an additional goal beyond winning the trophy.
If he reaches the quarterfinals, he is guaranteed to become World No. 1 for the first time when the ATP rankings are updated on November 2.
To reach that milestone, Zverev must win his opening two matches.
If he defeats Landaluce, he will face either Tallon Griekspoor or Brandon Nakashima in the second round.
Both players present different challenges. Griekspoor arrives after reaching the Brussels final, while Nakashima has the serve and baseline game to compete effectively on indoor hard courts.
Tiafoe Faces Musetti in a Major First-Round Clash
Lorenzo Musetti vs. Frances Tiafoe (6)
One of the most interesting first-round matches in the top half features Lorenzo Musetti and sixth seed Frances Tiafoe.
Musetti brings variety, touch and his trademark one-handed backhand, while Tiafoe relies on aggressive groundstrokes, quick reactions and athleticism.
The winner will face Arthur Fery or a qualifier in the second round.
A quarterfinal between Tiafoe and Zverev is possible if both players advance, but Musetti could disrupt that projected matchup.
Top Half: Cobolli, Dimitrov and de Minaur
Flavio Cobolli (4) vs. Grigor Dimitrov (WC)
Fourth seed Flavio Cobolli faces an experienced opponent in Grigor Dimitrov, who received a wildcard into the main draw.
Cobolli has enjoyed an impressive season and enters Vienna as one of the highest-ranked players in the field.
However, Dimitrov’s all-court game and experience could make this a difficult opening match.
The winner will meet Matteo Berrettini or Tomás Martín Etcheverry.
Berrettini Meets Etcheverry
Matteo Berrettini vs. Tomás Martín Etcheverry
Another interesting matchup features Italy’s Matteo Berrettini against Argentina’s Tomás Martín Etcheverry.
Berrettini’s powerful serve and forehand are especially effective on fast indoor courts.
Etcheverry, meanwhile, offers a physical baseline game and strong consistency.
The winner could face Cobolli or Dimitrov in the second round, creating another potentially exciting match.
De Minaur Opens Against a Qualifier
Fifth seed Alex de Minaur begins his campaign against a player from qualifying.
The Australian has reached the Vienna semifinals in each of the past two editions and will hope to go at least one step further in 2026.
His possible second-round opponent is either Frenchman Luca Van Assche or American rising star Learner Tien.
A quarterfinal against Cobolli is possible if the two highest seeds in this section advance.
With Dimitrov, Berrettini, Tien and Etcheverry also involved, this section could produce several surprises.
Bottom Half: Medvedev Arrives After Almaty Triumph
Daniel Mérida vs. Daniil Medvedev (3)
Third seed Daniil Medvedev enters Vienna in excellent form after successfully defending his Almaty Open title on Sunday, October 25.
The former World No. 1 defeated Nikoloz Basilashvili 6–7(6), 6–1, 6–3 in the final, earning his 25th career ATP singles title and fourth title of the season.
Medvedev now returns to Vienna, where he won the championship in 2022.
His opening opponent will be 22-year-old Spaniard Daniel Mérida, who won the Red Bull BassLine exhibition event at the Wiener Stadthalle on October 23.
If Medvedev wins his first match, he will face Cameron Norrie or Francisco Cerúndolo in the second round.
A potential quarterfinal against Jakub Menšík would be another interesting matchup.
Medvedev is also chasing valuable ATP Finals qualification points, making a deep run in Vienna particularly important.
Menšík Leads the Third Quarter
Jakub Menšík (8) vs. Qualifier
Eighth seed Jakub Menšík begins against a qualifier.
The Czech youngster has enjoyed a strong season and enters the tournament as one of the most promising players in the draw.
His next opponent would be Ignacio Buse of Peru or another qualifier.
The other side of this section features Cameron Norrie against Francisco Cerúndolo, followed by Daniel Mérida against Medvedev.
If the seeds hold, Menšík and Medvedev will meet in the quarterfinals.
Bottom Half: Alcaraz Faces a Difficult Opening Match
Karen Khachanov vs. Carlos Alcaraz (2/WC)
Carlos Alcaraz returns to Vienna for the first time since 2021, when he reached the semifinals as an 18-year-old.
The Spaniard accepted a late wildcard after changes to his October schedule.
However, the draw has handed him one of the toughest possible opening opponents.
Karen Khachanov reached the Vienna final in 2024, losing to Jack Draper, and was also a US Open semifinalist earlier this season.
Despite Khachanov’s experience, Alcaraz leads their ATP Head2Head series 6–0.
The match will test how quickly Alcaraz can adapt to indoor hard courts after his third-round defeat to Zizou Bergs at the Shanghai Masters.
The Spaniard’s opening match is scheduled for Tuesday, October 27.
Possible Alcaraz vs. Rodionov Second-Round Match
If Alcaraz defeats Khachanov, he will face the winner of:
Jurij Rodionov (WC) vs. Nikoloz Basilashvili (SE)
Rodionov is one of Austria’s home players and earned a wildcard following his strong Davis Cup performances.
Basilashvili enters the draw as a special exempt player and arrives after reaching the Almaty Open final.
For Rodionov, the possibility of playing Alcaraz on Centre Court provides additional motivation.
However, he must first overcome the experienced Georgian.
Paul Faces Former Champion Rublev
Tommy Paul (7) vs. Andrey Rublev
Another first-round highlight features seventh seed Tommy Paul against Andrey Rublev.
Rublev won the Vienna Open in 2020 and returns hoping to claim his second title at the tournament.
Paul, meanwhile, has established himself as one of the ATP Tour’s leading American players.
The winner will face Luciano Darderi or Matteo Arnaldi in the second round.
If Paul and Alcaraz both advance through their opening matches, they could meet in the quarterfinals.
However, Rublev’s experience and strong indoor hard-court game make him a serious obstacle.
Vienna Open 2026 Complete Singles First-Round Matches
The following matches are based on the official ATP main draw released on October 25, 2026.
| No. | First-Round Match |
|---|---|
| 1 | (1) Alexander Zverev vs. (WC) Martín Landaluce |
| 2 | Tallon Griekspoor vs. Brandon Nakashima |
| 3 | Arthur Fery vs. Qualifier |
| 4 | Lorenzo Musetti vs. (6) Frances Tiafoe |
| 5 | (4) Flavio Cobolli vs. (WC) Grigor Dimitrov |
| 6 | Matteo Berrettini vs. Tomás Martín Etcheverry |
| 7 | Luca Van Assche vs. Learner Tien |
| 8 | Qualifier vs. (5) Alex de Minaur |
| 9 | (8) Jakub Menšík vs. Qualifier |
| 10 | Qualifier vs. Ignacio Buse |
| 11 | Cameron Norrie vs. Francisco Cerúndolo |
| 12 | Daniel Mérida vs. (3) Daniil Medvedev |
| 13 | (7) Tommy Paul vs. Andrey Rublev |
| 14 | Luciano Darderi vs. Matteo Arnaldi |
| 15 | (WC) Jurij Rodionov vs. (SE) Nikoloz Basilashvili |
| 16 | Karen Khachanov vs. (2/WC) Carlos Alcaraz |
Draw abbreviations:
- WC: Wildcard
- SE: Special Exempt
- Qualifier: Player advancing through qualifying
Four singles qualifying positions remain unassigned in the referenced main-draw document.
Vienna Open 2026 Projected Quarterfinals
Based on the official seed placements, the following quarterfinals could take place if all eight seeded players advance.
| Quarterfinal | Projected Match |
|---|---|
| QF 1 | (1) Alexander Zverev vs. (6) Frances Tiafoe |
| QF 2 | (4) Flavio Cobolli vs. (5) Alex de Minaur |
| QF 3 | (8) Jakub Menšík vs. (3) Daniil Medvedev |
| QF 4 | (7) Tommy Paul vs. (2) Carlos Alcaraz |
These are possible matchups based on the draw, not confirmed matches or predictions of results.
Potential Semifinals
The draw could also produce the following semifinal matches if the highest seeds in each section advance:
Top Half: Alexander Zverev vs. Flavio Cobolli
Bottom Half: Daniil Medvedev vs. Carlos Alcaraz
A final between Zverev and Alcaraz is possible because they have been placed in opposite halves.
However, several dangerous unseeded players, including Musetti, Rublev, Dimitrov, Berrettini and Khachanov, could change the expected route.
Vienna Open 2026 Doubles Draw Preview
The doubles competition features 16 teams, including Grand Slam champions, established doubles specialists and several singles stars.
The four seeded teams are:
| Seed | Doubles Team |
|---|---|
| 1 | Harri Heliövaara / Henry Patten |
| 2 | Christian Harrison / Neal Skupski |
| 3 | Marcelo Arévalo / Mate Pavić |
| 4 | Simone Bolelli / Andrea Vavassori |
Heliövaara and Patten Lead the Draw
Top seeds Harri Heliövaara and Henry Patten begin against Austin Krajicek and Nikola Mektić.
The Finnish-British partnership has enjoyed another excellent season, including a Wimbledon doubles title in 2026.
However, their opening opponents are highly experienced doubles players.
The winner will face either Austrian duo Lucas Miedler and Neil Oberleitner or Petr Nouza and Michael Venus.
That makes this one of the strongest sections of the doubles draw.
Shanghai Champions Miedler and Oberleitner Return Home
Austrian pair Lucas Miedler and Neil Oberleitner enter the Erste Bank Open after winning the Shanghai Masters doubles title on October 18.
They defeated Francisco Cabral and JJ Tracy 6–3, 6–4 in the final without dropping a set throughout the tournament.
Their opening opponents in Vienna will be Petr Nouza and Michael Venus, who are entered using a protected ranking.
If Miedler and Oberleitner advance, they could meet top seeds Heliövaara and Patten in the quarterfinals.
Miedler has previously won the Vienna doubles title in 2022 and 2024 alongside Alexander Erler.
The Austrian pair will hope to use home support to continue their impressive run.
Bolelli and Vavassori Face Zverev and Melo
Fourth seeds Simone Bolelli and Andrea Vavassori have received a difficult first-round draw.
The Italian duo will face Marcelo Melo and Alexander Zverev.
Zverev is also the top seed in singles, while Melo brings extensive doubles experience.
The winner could face Robert Cash and Alexander Erler or Guido Andreozzi and Manuel Guinard in the quarterfinals.
Cash and Erler have received a wildcard into the doubles main draw.
Arévalo and Pavić Begin Against Argentine Pair
Third seeds Marcelo Arévalo and Mate Pavić will face Francisco Cerúndolo and Tomás Martín Etcheverry in the opening round.
Arévalo and Pavić are one of the leading established doubles partnerships on the ATP Tour.
Their experience and strong results make them important contenders for the Vienna title.
If they advance, they will meet the winners of the match between Ignacio Buse/Luciano Darderi and a qualifying team.
Harrison and Skupski Headline the Bottom Quarter
Second seeds Christian Harrison and Neal Skupski begin against Brazilian pair Orlando Luz and Rafael Matos.
Harrison and Skupski won the Australian Open and US Open men’s doubles titles in 2026.
Their section also includes American team Ryan Seggerman and Learner Tien, who face Austrian wildcard pair Lukas Neumayer and Jurij Rodionov.
The section could produce an interesting meeting between a Grand Slam-winning partnership and home players.
Vienna Open 2026 Complete Doubles First-Round Matches
| No. | First-Round Match |
|---|---|
| 1 | (1) Harri Heliövaara / Henry Patten vs. Austin Krajicek / Nikola Mektić |
| 2 | Lucas Miedler / Neil Oberleitner vs. Petr Nouza / Michael Venus (PR) |
| 3 | (4) Simone Bolelli / Andrea Vavassori vs. Marcelo Melo / Alexander Zverev |
| 4 | (WC) Robert Cash / Alexander Erler vs. Guido Andreozzi / Manuel Guinard |
| 5 | Qualifying Team vs. Ignacio Buse / Luciano Darderi |
| 6 | Francisco Cerúndolo / Tomás Martín Etcheverry vs. (3) Marcelo Arévalo / Mate Pavić |
| 7 | Ryan Seggerman / Learner Tien vs. (WC) Lukas Neumayer / Jurij Rodionov |
| 8 | Orlando Luz / Rafael Matos vs. (2) Christian Harrison / Neal Skupski |
PR = Protected Ranking.
The qualifying team’s identity will be confirmed following the doubles qualifying competition.
Vienna Open 2026 Withdrawals: Who Is Missing?
The tournament has experienced two notable withdrawals from its previously announced singles field.
Jannik Sinner – Right Knee Injury
Defending singles champion Jannik Sinner withdrew from the Vienna Open after deciding to end his 2026 season early.
The Italian announced his decision on October 6 because of continuing problems with his right knee.
Sinner won the Vienna title in 2023 and 2025.
In last year’s final, he defeated Alexander Zverev 3–6, 6–3, 7–5.
His absence means Vienna will have a different singles champion in 2026.
It also removes the possibility of another Sinner–Zverev final.
Alexander Blockx – Ankle Injury
Belgian rising star Alexander Blockx also withdrew from the tournament because of an ankle injury.
The 21-year-old suffered the problem during a practice session with Zizou Bergs in Brussels.
Blockx subsequently withdrew from the European Open and, on October 22, was reported to have pulled out of Vienna as well.
His absence is another setback after an injury-disrupted period.
Withdrawals Summary
| Player | Country | Withdrawal Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Jannik Sinner | Italy | Right knee problem |
| Alexander Blockx | Belgium | Ankle injury |
These are the confirmed withdrawals identified from the tournament announcements and credible reports available as of October 25.
Further changes remain possible before the opening matches.
Vienna Open 2026 Wildcards and Special Entries
Singles Wildcards
Four players received singles main-draw wildcards.
| Player | Country | First-Round Opponent |
|---|---|---|
| Carlos Alcaraz | Spain | Karen Khachanov |
| Grigor Dimitrov | Bulgaria | Flavio Cobolli |
| Jurij Rodionov | Austria | Nikoloz Basilashvili |
| Martín Landaluce | Spain | Alexander Zverev |
Alcaraz is also the tournament’s second seed.
Rodionov is Austria’s main home representative in the singles main draw, while Landaluce makes his Vienna appearance against the top seed.
Special Exempt Entry
Nikoloz Basilashvili is marked SE (Special Exempt) in the official singles draw.
The Georgian arrives after finishing runner-up to Daniil Medvedev at the Almaty Open on October 25.
He will face Austria’s Jurij Rodionov in the opening round.
Doubles Wildcards
Two teams have received doubles main-draw wildcards:
- Robert Cash / Alexander Erler
- Lukas Neumayer / Jurij Rodionov
These teams provide additional opportunities for Austrian players to compete in the doubles event.
Are the Defending Champions Playing in Vienna?
Singles: Jannik Sinner
Status: Withdrawn
Jannik Sinner will not defend his singles title because of his right knee problems.
His withdrawal creates an opportunity for former champions Alexander Zverev, Daniil Medvedev and Andrey Rublev to win the tournament again.
Doubles: Julian Cash and Lloyd Glasspool
Status: Not defending their title
Julian Cash and Lloyd Glasspool won the 2025 Vienna doubles title, defeating Francisco Cabral and Lucas Miedler 6–1, 7–6(6) in the final.
However, the British partnership is absent from the 2026 doubles main draw.
The published draw does include Robert Cash, an American player who is partnering Alexander Erler. He should not be confused with British defending champion Julian Cash.
Therefore, Vienna will also crown a different doubles championship team in 2026.
Vienna Open 2026 Qualifying Draw
The singles qualifying competition takes place on October 24 and 25.
Four players will advance from qualifying into the 32-player singles main draw.
Among the notable qualifying participants are Lukas Neumayer, Titouan Droguet, Lorenzo Sonego, Jacob Fearnley, Fábián Marozsán, Tomáš Macháč, Adrian Mannarino and Alex Molčan.
Austrian wildcard Lukas Neumayer enjoyed an impressive start to qualifying.
He defeated fourth seed Vít Kopřiva 6–4, 6–3 on October 24 to advance to the final qualifying round.
Neumayer was then scheduled to face Titouan Droguet for a place in the main draw.
Other Austrian players, Joel Schwärzler and Sebastian Sorger, were eliminated in the opening qualifying round.
The official singles main-draw document still contains four unassigned qualifying positions, so the confirmed qualifiers should be checked before updating the first-round matchups.
Vienna Open 2026 Schedule
| Date | Tournament Stage |
|---|---|
| October 24–25 | Singles Qualifying |
| October 26–28 | Singles First Round |
| October 28–29 | Singles Second Round |
| October 30 | Singles Quarterfinals |
| October 31 | Singles Semifinals |
| November 1 | Singles and Doubles Finals |
The singles main draw starts on Monday, October 26.
Carlos Alcaraz is scheduled to play his opening match against Karen Khachanov on Tuesday, October 27.
The doubles competition will be held primarily at Marx Halle before the final at Wiener Stadthalle.
All match dates and start times remain subject to change.
Vienna Open 2026 Draw FAQs
Who is the top seed at the Vienna Open 2026?
Alexander Zverev is the top seed, followed by Carlos Alcaraz, Daniil Medvedev and Flavio Cobolli.
Who will Carlos Alcaraz play in the first round?
Carlos Alcaraz will face Karen Khachanov. The Spaniard leads their ATP Head2Head series 6–0.
Who is Alexander Zverev’s first-round opponent?
Zverev will face Spanish wildcard Martín Landaluce. If he wins, he will play Tallon Griekspoor or Brandon Nakashima in the second round.
Can Zverev become World No. 1 in Vienna?
Yes. If Zverev reaches the quarterfinals, he is guaranteed to become World No. 1 when the ATP rankings are updated on November 2, 2026.
Is Jannik Sinner playing in Vienna?
No. The defending champion withdrew after ending his season early because of right knee problems.
Who are the doubles top seeds?
Harri Heliövaara and Henry Patten are the top seeds, followed by Christian Harrison and Neal Skupski.
Can Alcaraz and Zverev meet in the final?
Yes. They have been placed in opposite halves of the draw, meaning they can only meet in the final.
When does the Vienna Open 2026 main draw begin?
The main draw begins on Monday, October 26, with the finals scheduled for Sunday, November 1.
Final Thoughts
The Vienna Open 2026 draw promises exciting matches from the opening round, with several of the world’s leading players competing for the ATP 500 title.
Alexander Zverev has a chance to become World No. 1, but he must first navigate a section featuring Martín Landaluce, Tallon Griekspoor, Brandon Nakashima and a possible quarterfinal opponent in Frances Tiafoe or Lorenzo Musetti.
Carlos Alcaraz faces an equally interesting challenge in the bottom half, starting against Karen Khachanov before a possible meeting with home wildcard Jurij Rodionov or Nikoloz Basilashvili.
Daniil Medvedev arrives after winning the Almaty Open, while former Vienna champion Andrey Rublev faces a difficult opening match against Tommy Paul.
The doubles event is just as competitive, with top seeds Heliövaara and Patten facing strong opposition from Harrison and Skupski, Arévalo and Pavić, and Austrian Shanghai champions Miedler and Oberleitner.
Although defending champion Jannik Sinner is absent, the depth of the singles and doubles draws should make the 2026 Erste Bank Open another memorable week of indoor tennis.
Sources and Official Draws
The preview is based on the official ATP singles and doubles draw documents and tournament news available on October 25, 2026.
- Erste Bank Open – Official Singles Draw
- Erste Bank Open – Official Doubles Draw
- ATP Tour – Alcaraz Faces Khachanov, Zverev Meets Landaluce
- ATP Tour – Zverev’s World No. 1 Scenario
- Erste Bank Open – Medvedev Arrives as Almaty Champion
- Erste Bank Open – Sinner Withdrawal
- Belga – Alexander Blockx Withdrawal
- Erste Bank Open – Doubles Preview
- Erste Bank Open – Miedler and Oberleitner Return as Shanghai Champions
Note: Draw information reflects the official brackets available on October 25, 2026. Qualifier placements, withdrawals and match schedules may change before play begins.
