This is how the Shanghai 2026 tournament will be: schedule, timings, favorites, prize money, and where to watch
We explain all the details to consider for the penultimate Masters 1000 of the season, such as the schedule, timings, favorites, prize money, and where to watch it live.
While the ATP 500 in Beijing and Tokyo seek a winner, the Masters 1000 in Shanghai is already around the corner. The last stop on the Asian tour of the men's circuit represents the penultimate Masters 1000 of the season. Therefore, before its start, we analyze the schedule, times in Spain, draw, prize money, favorites, and where to watch live a tournament that will serve as a prelude to the indoor hard court European tour, the last one of 2026.
One of the main surprises of the Masters 1000 in Shanghai will be the confirmed absence of Jannik Sinner. The Italian continues his recovery process from his right knee issues, and his return is still uncertain. Meanwhile, Carlos Alcaraz will be present as he seeks to add one of the three Masters 1000 titles he has yet to win. In addition, the presence of Alexander Zverev will also be counted, while Novak Djokovic has not yet confirmed whether he will play.
From a Spanish perspective, the participation of a significant number of tennis players is expected. Besides Alcaraz, Rafa Jódar, Alejandro Davidovich, who won the ATP 250 in Chengdu, Jaume Munar, a semifinalist at the ATP Tokyo 500, Dani Mérida, Martín Landaluce, and Pablo Carreño will also be present.
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Schedule and timings of the Masters 1000 in Shanghai 2026
| Day | Phase | Timings (Spain) |
| Monday, October 5 | Qualifying Round | 06:00 |
| Tuesday, October 6 | Qualifying Round | 06:00 |
| Wednesday, October 7 | 1st Round | 06:00 and 12:00 |
| Thursday, October 8 | 1st Round | 06:00 and 12:00 |
| Friday, October 9 | 1st and 2nd Round | 06:00 and 12:00 |
| Saturday, October 10 | 2nd Round | 06:00 and 12:00 |
| Sunday, October 11 | 2nd Round | 06:00 and 12:00 |
| Monday, October 12 | 3rd Round | 06:00 and 12:00 |
| Tuesday, October 13 | Round of 16 | 06:00 and 12:00 |
| Wednesday, October 14 | Round of 16 | 06:00 and 12:00 |
| Thursday, October 15 | Quarterfinals | 06:00 and 12:00 |
| Friday, October 16 | Quarterfinals | 06:00 and 12:00 |
| Saturday, October 17 | Semifinal | 10:30 |
| Sunday, October 18 | Final | 10:30 |
Seedings for the Masters 1000 in Shanghai 2026
- Alexander Zverev
- Carlos Alcaraz
- Ben Shelton
- Felix Auger-Aliassime
- Daniil Medvedev
- Flavio Cobolli
- Frances Tiafoe
- Arthur Fils
Prize money and points for the Masters 1000 in Shanghai 2026
The champion will take home 1,151,380 dollars and 1,000 ATP points, with a distribution identical to the large Masters 1000 events of this season.
| Round | Prize money | Points |
|---|---|---|
| Champion | 1,151,380 $ | 1,000 |
| Finalist | 612,340 $ | 650 |
| Semifinal | 340,190 $ | 400 |
| Quarterfinals | 193,645 $ | 200 |
| Round of 16 | 105,720 $ | 100 |
| R32 | 61,865 $ | 50 |
| Second round | 36,110 $ | 30 |
| First round | 23,760 $ | 10 |
The top favorites for the title in Shanghai
Both Alexander Zverev and Carlos Alcaraz are the main candidates for the title in the Masters 1000 in Shanghai. They are the top seeds, but they must not overlook Ben Shelton, a finalist at the US Open, who has always shown great levels in the Chinese tournament. Daniil Medvedev also arrives in optimal form, while, if his fitness holds and he shows up, Novak Djokovic should never be discounted.
However, we should not forget the feat achieved by Valentin Vacherot last year, becoming champion after coming through the qualifying rounds. The Monegasque, already established in the ATP Top 30, can fight for his second title in China. Other names to consider are players who perform well on this surface: Taylor Fritz, Félix Auger-Aliassime, or Alex de Miñaur.
Where to watch the Masters 1000 Shanghai 2026 live
In Spain, the ATP Masters 1000 in Shanghai will be available live via Movistar+, both through their general channels #Vamos and dial 7, as well as through the Deportes+ package channels, which will offer more comprehensive coverage. In Latin America, the broadcast will be available via ESPN and Disney+.
The best option to follow the Shanghai tournament from anywhere in the world will be TennisTV, available through its subscription-based on-demand system, offering live and on-demand streaming of all ATP matches.
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