The 2026 Rolex Paris Masters runs October 31 to November 8, the last ATP Masters 1000 of the season and the final big tune-up before the ATP Finals. It is back at the Plenitude Arena (the renamed Paris La Defense Arena) in Nanterre on indoor hard court, with Jannik Sinner returning as defending champion after his straight-sets win over Felix Auger-Aliassime in the 2025 final. Here is the schedule, how the draw works, how to watch in the US, and a free printable bracket you can fill in the moment the draw is released.
Quick Facts
- Dates: Saturday, October 31 to Sunday, November 8, 2026 (qualifying Oct 31-Nov 1, main draw Nov 2-8)
- Venue: Plenitude Arena (formerly Paris La Defense Arena), Nanterre, France
- Surface: indoor hard court
- Event: ATP Tour Masters 1000, 56-player singles draw (top seeds get first-round byes)
- Defending champion: Jannik Sinner
- Quarterfinals: Friday, November 6 | Semifinals: Saturday, November 7 | Final: Sunday, November 8
- What’s at stake: the last Masters 1000 points before the Nitto ATP Finals in Turin
How the Paris Masters Works
Paris is a Masters 1000, the tier just below the Grand Slams, with a 56-player singles draw. The top eight seeds receive first-round byes and open in the second round, while the rest of the field starts in the first round. From there it is straight single elimination: first round, second round, round of 16, quarterfinals, semifinals and the final. The doubles draw runs alongside it, and wheelchair singles and doubles are also on the schedule across the final weekend. Because it is the last Masters 1000 of the year, the results often decide the final seeding and the last qualifying spots for the season-ending ATP Finals.
2026 Paris Masters Schedule
| Date | Round |
|---|---|
| Sat, Oct 31 – Sun, Nov 1 | Qualifying |
| Mon, Nov 2 – Tue, Nov 3 | First round |
| Wed, Nov 4 | Second round |
| Thu, Nov 5 | Round of 16 |
| Fri, Nov 6 | Quarterfinals |
| Sat, Nov 7 | Semifinals |
| Sun, Nov 8 | Final (singles final from 3:00 PM local / 10:00 AM ET) |
The day-by-day plan above follows the tournament’s released schedule forecast and can shift slightly once the draw is set and session times are confirmed.
How to Watch in the US
In the United States, ATP Masters 1000 Paris coverage airs on Tennis Channel, with streaming on the Tennis Channel app and through the usual live-TV services that carry it. Daytime sessions in Nanterre fall in the US morning and early afternoon (Paris is six hours ahead of ET), so most matches land in the morning for East Coast viewers. Check your local listings closer to the event for exact windows.
Free Printable 2026 Paris Masters Bracket
Download the free printable bracket below and fill it in the moment the draw is released. It runs from the round of 16 through the final, prints cleanly on a single sheet, and opens in a new tab so this page stays put. Great for following along at home or running a friendly bracket pool with friends.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is the 2026 Paris Masters?
The 2026 Rolex Paris Masters runs October 31 to November 8, 2026. Qualifying is October 31 and November 1, the main draw begins November 2, and the final is Sunday, November 8.
Where is the Paris Masters played?
At the Plenitude Arena (formerly the Paris La Defense Arena) in Nanterre, just west of Paris, on an indoor hard court.
Who is the defending champion?
Jannik Sinner won the 2025 Paris Masters and returns to defend the title in 2026.
How can I watch the Paris Masters in the US?
Coverage airs on Tennis Channel in the United States, with streaming on the Tennis Channel app. Check local listings for exact session times.
