Cincinnati Open 2026: Schedule, How to Watch & Defending Champions
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The Cincinnati Open is underway at the Lindner Family Tennis Center in Mason, Ohio.
Main draw: Aug 13-23 · Defending champs: Alcaraz & Swiatek
The Cincinnati Open 2026 runs August 11-23 at the Lindner Family Tennis Center in Mason, Ohio. Carlos Alcaraz and Iga Swiatek are the defending champions. In the US, the tournament airs on Tennis Channel (exclusive US home) with streaming via Tennis Channel Plus.
One of tennis' biggest summer events is happening right now. The Cincinnati Open (formerly the Western & Southern Open) is a combined ATP Masters 1000 and WTA 1000 tournament — the last big tune-up before the US Open. Here's everything you need to know for 2026.
2026 Cincinnati Open: Key Facts
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Dates | August 11-23, 2026 |
| Main draw | August 13-23 |
| Venue | Lindner Family Tennis Center, Mason, Ohio |
| Defending ATP champ | Carlos Alcaraz |
| Defending WTA champ | Iga Swiatek |
| US TV | Tennis Channel (exclusive US home) |
How to Watch the Cincinnati Open 2026
- 🇺🇸 US: Tennis Channel is the exclusive US home — all main draw matches
- 📱 Streaming: Tennis Channel Plus and authorized streaming providers
- 🌍 International: Local ATP/WTA broadcasters in each country
- 🎾 Featured stars: Alcaraz, Swiatek, and the world's top players preparing for the US Open
Why the Cincinnati Open Matters
The Cincinnati Open is the final ATP Masters 1000 and WTA 1000 event before the US Open, making it a crucial tune-up for the season's last Grand Slam. Top players use it to fine-tune their hard-court game, and the winner arrives at Flushing Meadows with huge momentum.
