Tsitsipas, set to play in the qualifying rounds of the Cincinnati tournament

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The publication of the Entry List for the Cincinnati Masters 1000 2026 has left an image that would have been hard to imagine not too long ago. Stefanos Tsitsipas, former world number 3 and finalist of this same tournament in 2022, is registered for the qualifying rounds and may have to go through the qualifiers to secure a spot among the best.

His recent title in Gstaad has significantly improved his ranking, but it came too late to avoid this situation. Tsitsipas continues to endure the consequences of his steep decline in the rankings and now faces a reality completely different from when he was a regular seed in all major tournaments.

A wildcard could change Tsitsipas' plans

The alternative for Tsitsipas would be to receive an invitation from the organizers for the main draw. This wouldn't be unusual considering his track record, media appeal, and history in Cincinnati, where he reached the final in 2022. His chances could significantly increase if he confirms his recovery with good results in Washington and/or Canada, proving that his title in Gstaad was not a one-off success.

Stefanos Tsitsipas headlines ATP1000 Cincinnati qualies entry list.https://t.co/wtsDBXVWbt

— Michal Samulski (@MichalSamulski) July 23, 2026

Otherwise, he will have to face a highly demanding qualifying round. His presence perfectly illustrates just how much his sporting situation has changed, making the qualifiers one of the major focal points of the tournament.

There will also be other recognizable names. Marin Cilic, champion of Cincinnati in 2016 and a Grand Slam winner, is among those registered and will have to seek qualification from the preliminary rounds.

Spain will also have Dani Mérida and Pablo Llamas as representatives in the qualifying round. The qualifying phase will be much more appealing than usual, with all eyes on Tsitsipas who continues to rebuild his career and, after lifting another title, must now show that he is ready to regain his place among the elite.

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