Carlos Alcaraz confirms he will play the Barcelona Open 2026
Spanish tennis player Carlos Alcaraz has officially announced his participation in the Barcelona Open Banc Sabadell - Trofeo Conde de Godó. The Grand Slam champion will compete from April 11 to 19 on the courts of the Real Club de Tenis Barcelona, aiming to add a new achievement to his record 🏆.
The goal: a third title at home
Alcaraz, who has already won this tournament twice, will attempt to lift the trophy for the third time. His presence strengthens the level of the main draw and is a major attraction for fans who will be able to see him on the central court in Pedralbes. The Murcian considers this event one of the most special of the clay season.
Key data on his participation:- Dates: From April 11 to 19, 2026.
- Tournament record: Two previous titles.
- Current context: Arrives with six Grand Slam titles in his career.
"His presence consolidates the Barcelona Open as one of the reference tournaments on the European clay tour."
The motivation for revenge
One of the keys to his return is to overcome the memory of the 2025 final, where he fell to the Dane Holger Rune (7-6, 6-2). Although Rune is not confirmed for this edition, Alcaraz faces the tournament with the desire to reclaim a title that slipped away last time. This element adds extra competitive interest to his performance.
Factors driving Alcaraz:- Playing in front of his local crowd and on a court he knows well.
- The opportunity to close a pending chapter after last year's defeat.
- Using the tournament as a testing ground for the season's major objectives.
A fundamental stepping stone for Roland Garros
The Barcelona Open is not just another tournament; it is an essential piece in the preparation for the clay tour. For Alcaraz, it represents the step before the Madrid Masters 1000 and, above all, Roland Garros. Competing at a high level under these conditions is vital to fine-tune his game and arrive in optimal form at the Paris Grand Slam. The organization greatly values having a figure of his caliber, which guarantees maximum attention and a top-level tennis spectacle.