Mubadala DC Open 2026: Official Provisional Schedule & Global Viewing Guide
The Mubadala DC Open 2026 returns to the William H.G. FitzGerald Tennis Center in Washington, D.C. as one of the premier joint hard-court events on the summer calendar. Featuring dual ATP 500 and WTA 500 sanctions, the tournament serves as a key tune-up leading into the U.S. Open.
The 2026 tournament runs from Saturday, July 25 through Sunday, August 2, 2026.
To help tennis fans across the globe plan their viewing schedules, this guide provides a full breakdown of the official provisional schedule, complete with key match start times converted into United Kingdom BST and Australian Time Zones (AEST & AWST).
Complete Event Schedule & Global Time Conversions
The table below details every session across the nine-day tournament, including box office hours, gate opening times, and converted first-match start times for global audiences.
Time Zone Reference Offsets:
- Local Time (Washington, D.C. – EDT): UTC-4
- United Kingdom (BST): UTC+1 (EDT + 5 hours)
- Australia Eastern (AEST – Sydney/Melbourne): UTC+10 (EDT + 14 hours / Next Day)
- Australia Western (AWST – Perth): UTC+8 (EDT + 12 hours)
| Session | Day | Date | Round / Stage | First Match (EDT) | UK Time (BST) | Australia East (AEST) | Australia West (AWST) |
| 1 | Sat | 7/25 | ATP & WTA Qualifying | 10:00 AM | 3:00 PM | 12:00 AM (Sun) | 10:00 PM |
| 2 | Sun | 7/26 | ATP & WTA Qualifying | 10:00 AM | 3:00 PM | 12:00 AM (Mon) | 10:00 PM |
| 3 | Mon | 7/27 | Main Draw – Round 1 | 11:00 AM | 4:00 PM | 1:00 AM (Tue) | 11:00 PM |
| 4 | Tue | 7/28 | Main Draw – Round 1 & 2 | 11:00 AM | 4:00 PM | 1:00 AM (Wed) | 11:00 PM |
| 5 | Wed (Day) | 7/29 | Main Draw Matches | 11:00 AM | 4:00 PM | 1:00 AM (Thu) | 11:00 PM |
| 6 | Wed (Night) | 7/29 | Main Draw Matches | 6:30 PM | 11:30 PM | 8:30 AM (Thu) | 6:30 AM (Thu) |
| 7 | Thu (Day) | 7/30 | Main Draw Matches | 11:00 AM | 4:00 PM | 1:00 AM (Fri) | 11:00 PM |
| 8 | Thu (Night) | 7/30 | Main Draw Matches | 6:30 PM | 11:30 PM | 8:30 AM (Fri) | 6:30 AM (Fri) |
| 9 | Fri (Day) | 7/31 | ATP & WTA Quarterfinals | 12:00 PM | 5:00 PM | 2:00 AM (Sat) | 12:00 AM (Sat) |
| 10 | Fri (Night) | 7/31 | ATP & WTA Quarterfinals | 6:30 PM | 11:30 PM | 8:30 AM (Sat) | 6:30 AM (Sat) |
| 11 | Sat (Day) | 8/01 | ATP & WTA Semifinals | 12:00 PM | 5:00 PM | 2:00 AM (Sun) | 12:00 AM (Sun) |
| 12 | Sat (Night) | 8/01 | ATP & WTA Semifinals | 6:30 PM | 11:30 PM | 8:30 AM (Sun) | 6:30 AM (Sun) |
| 13 | Sun | 8/02 | ATP & WTA Championship Finals | 12:00 PM | 5:00 PM | 2:00 AM (Mon) | 12:00 AM (Mon) |
Stage-by-Stage Tournament Breakdown
Qualifying Rounds (July 25 – July 26)
The opening weekend is dedicated to the ATP and WTA qualifying rounds. Matches start at 10:00 AM EDT on both Saturday and Sunday.
- UK Viewers (3:00 PM BST): Perfect afternoon viewing across both Saturday and Sunday.
- Australian Viewers (10:00 PM AWST / Midnight AEST): Ideal late-night viewing for night owls looking to catch rising stars battling for a main draw spot.
Early Main Draw Rounds (July 27 – July 28)
Main draw action begins on Monday, July 27, with single extended day sessions running through Tuesday. Play commences daily at 11:00 AM EDT.
- UK Viewers (4:00 PM BST): Fits smoothly into late afternoon and early evening prime-time slots.
- Australian Viewers (11:00 PM AWST / 1:00 AM AEST next day): Matches run late into the night and early morning hours across eastern states.
Split Day & Night Sessions (July 29 – August 1)
Starting Wednesday, July 29, the tournament transitions into dual-session days with distinct Day and Night tickets:
- Day Sessions (Sessions 5, 7, 9, 11):
- Start Time: 11:00 AM EDT (Wed/Thu) or 12:00 PM EDT (Fri Quarterfinals & Sat Semifinals).
- UK Coverage: Starts between 4:00 PM BST and 5:00 PM BST, offering comfortable evening prime-time watching.
- Australian Coverage: Starts at 1:00 AM – 2:00 AM AEST (or 11:00 PM – 12:00 AM AWST), making it ideal for night owls or early morning catch-ups.
- Night Sessions (Sessions 6, 8, 10, 12):
- Start Time: 6:30 PM EDT (Wed through Sat).
- UK Coverage: Kicks off at 11:30 PM BST, continuing well past midnight into the early hours of the morning.
- Australian Coverage: Broadcast live in the morning at 8:30 AM AEST (6:30 AM AWST), offering breakfast-time viewing for fans in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, and Perth.
Championship Sunday (August 2)
The 2026 DC Open culminates on Sunday, August 2, with Session 13 featuring the ATP and WTA finals.
- Local Time (EDT): Gates open at 11:30 AM, with finals beginning at 12:00 PM EDT.
- United Kingdom: 5:00 PM BST start—a convenient Sunday evening slot for European fans.
- Australia: 12:00 AM Midnight AWST / 2:00 AM AEST (Monday, Aug 3)—the final stretch of action before the work week begins.
Viewer Guidance for International Fans
Note: Tennis match durations vary based on set lengths and potential weather delays. Night session start times are subject to court clearance if afternoon matches run longer than expected.
UK & Europe Guidance (BST)
- Best Window: Day sessions are tailored perfectly for UK viewers, beginning between 3:00 PM and 5:00 PM BST and running through late evening.
- Night Sessions: Night sessions begin at 11:30 PM BST, meaning marquee headliners on Center Court will extend into 2:00 AM – 4:00 AM BST.
Australia Guidance (AEST / AWST)
- Best Window: Night sessions serve as prime morning viewing in Australia (8:30 AM AEST / 6:30 AM AWST).
- Day Sessions: Afternoon sessions in D.C. correspond to late-night and overnight windows in Australia (11:00 PM – 2:00 AM).