The 2026 Grand Slam season is complete, but the professional tennis calendar is far from finished.
After the US Open concluded in New York on September 13, attention shifts to team competitions, the Asian hard-court swing and the race toward the ATP and WTA season-ending championships.
For men’s tennis, the weeks ahead include Davis Cup competition, the Laver Cup in London, ATP events in Chengdu and Hangzhou, tournaments in Tokyo and Beijing, and the Shanghai Masters.
The women’s calendar also remains busy, with events in Singapore and Seoul followed by major stops in Beijing, Wuhan and Ningbo before the WTA Finals.
Here is a guide to the important tennis tournaments and dates remaining after the 2026 US Open.
Tennis Schedule After the 2026 US Open
| Dates | Tournament | Tour / Level | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 18–20 | Davis Cup Qualifiers Second Round | Team Event | Multiple locations |
| September 21–27 | Singapore | WTA 500 | Singapore |
| September 21–27 | Seoul | WTA 250 | Seoul, South Korea |
| September 22–27 | Billie Jean King Cup Finals | Team Event | Shenzhen, China |
| September 23–29 | Chengdu Open | ATP 250 | Chengdu, China |
| September 23–29 | Hangzhou Open | ATP 250 | Hangzhou, China |
| September 25–27 | Laver Cup | Team Event | London, Great Britain |
| September 30–October 6 | Japan Open | ATP 500 | Tokyo, Japan |
| September 30–October 6 | China Open | ATP 500 | Beijing, China |
| September 30–October 11 | China Open | WTA 1000 | Beijing, China |
| October 7–18 | Shanghai Masters | ATP Masters 1000 | Shanghai, China |
| October 12–18 | Wuhan Open | WTA 1000 | Wuhan, China |
| October 19–25 | Ningbo Open | WTA 500 | Ningbo, China |
| October 19–25 | Almaty Open | ATP 250 | Almaty, Kazakhstan |
| October 19–25 | European Open | ATP 250 | Brussels, Belgium |
| October 26–November 1 | Erste Bank Open | ATP 500 | Vienna, Austria |
| October 26–November 1 | Swiss Indoors | ATP 500 | Basel, Switzerland |
| November 8–15 | WTA Finals | Season Finals | Indian Wells, USA |
Tournament schedules can change. Draws, daily orders of play and individual match times are normally confirmed closer to each event.
What Happens After the US Open?
The US Open is the final Grand Slam tournament of the calendar year.
That does not make it the end of the professional tennis season.
Instead, September marks the beginning of a different phase.
Players move from the Grand Slam calendar toward a mixture of national-team competitions, ATP and WTA tournaments, major Asian hard-court events and qualification races for the season-ending championships.
The priorities can also become different from earlier in the year.
Some players are chasing ranking points.
Others are trying to qualify for the ATP Finals or WTA Finals.
Players representing their countries may also have Davis Cup or Billie Jean King Cup commitments.
For fans, the result is several more weeks of meaningful tennis.
Davis Cup Returns After the US Open
The Davis Cup is one of the first major men’s events following the US Open.
The second qualifying round is scheduled for September 18–20 across multiple locations.
Unlike a normal ATP tournament, Davis Cup competition is based around national teams.
Players represent their countries rather than competing solely as individuals.
That creates a different format and atmosphere from the weekly ATP Tour.
Team selections can also change, so fans following a particular country should check the current Davis Cup roster before the tie begins.
Billie Jean King Cup Finals
Women’s international team tennis also has an important September event.
The Billie Jean King Cup Finals are scheduled for September 22–27 in Shenzhen, China.
Like the Davis Cup, the Billie Jean King Cup is a national-team competition.
That means the format differs from a standard WTA tournament.
Players who normally compete against each other throughout the season can become teammates when representing the same country.
Team events also add another dimension to the late-season calendar because players may need to move between individual and national competition within a relatively short period.
Chengdu Open
The Chengdu Open is scheduled for September 23–29.
It is an ATP 250 event played on outdoor hard courts in Chengdu, China.
The tournament is one of the first ATP stops in the Asian swing after the US Open.
ATP 250 events award fewer ranking points than ATP 500 or Masters 1000 tournaments, but they can still be important for players trying to improve their ranking or build momentum before larger events.
Chengdu also overlaps with the Hangzhou Open and Laver Cup, meaning men’s tennis will be taking place in several locations during the same week.
Hangzhou Open
The Hangzhou Open also runs from September 23–29.
Like Chengdu, it is an ATP 250 event on hard courts in China.
Having two ATP tournaments during the same week gives players different options when building their post-US Open schedules.
Not every leading player will enter the same tournament.
Entry lists, withdrawals and wild cards can change before play begins, so tournament participation should be checked closer to the start date.
Laver Cup 2026
The Laver Cup takes place September 25–27 in London.
The event brings together Team Europe and Team World.
Unlike standard ATP tournaments, the Laver Cup uses a team format with singles and doubles matches contributing to the overall team score.
The event has developed into a recognizable part of the September tennis calendar.
It also provides a different atmosphere from the individual competition that dominates most of the season.
Because the event runs over three days, the match schedule develops quickly.
Fans should check the daily order of play to see which players are scheduled for each session.
Singapore and Seoul on the WTA Calendar
Women’s tennis continues immediately after the US Open with events in Asia.
Singapore hosts a WTA 500 tournament during the week of September 21.
Seoul hosts a WTA 250 event during the same week.
The classification matters because WTA tournament levels determine the number of ranking points available and generally influence the strength and size of the field.
A WTA 500 can therefore be particularly important for players trying to improve their position in the Race to the WTA Finals.
China Open in Beijing
Beijing becomes one of the central locations on the late-season tennis calendar.
Men’s and women’s tournaments are both scheduled at the China Open.
The ATP China Open runs from September 30 through October 6 and is classified as an ATP 500.
The women’s China Open begins September 30 and continues through October 11 as a WTA 1000 event.
The difference in duration reflects the larger women’s tournament format.
For the WTA, Beijing is one of the biggest ranking opportunities remaining before the season-ending Finals.
For the ATP, Beijing forms an important bridge between the opening Asian tournaments and the Shanghai Masters.
Japan Open in Tokyo
The Japan Open is scheduled for September 30 through October 6 in Tokyo.
It is an ATP 500 tournament played on outdoor hard courts.
Tokyo takes place during the same week as the men’s China Open in Beijing.
That creates a significant scheduling decision for players because they cannot compete in both singles draws at the same time.
Fields can therefore develop differently depending on player preferences, travel plans and ranking goals.
After Tokyo and Beijing, much of the men’s tour attention shifts to Shanghai.
Shanghai Masters
The Rolex Shanghai Masters is scheduled for October 7–18.
Shanghai is an ATP Masters 1000 event.
Masters 1000 tournaments sit immediately below the Grand Slams in the regular ATP Tour hierarchy in terms of ranking points available to the champion.
The Shanghai event uses an extended format and a larger singles draw than a standard ATP 250 or ATP 500 tournament.
That makes it one of the most important men’s tournaments remaining after the US Open.
Players competing in Tokyo or Beijing may travel directly to Shanghai as the Asian swing continues.
Why Shanghai Matters Late in the Season
By October, the ATP season has already accumulated results from the Australian summer, hard courts, clay, grass, the North American swing and all four Grand Slams.
Ranking races can therefore become increasingly clear.
However, a Masters 1000 tournament still offers a large number of points.
A deep Shanghai run can affect rankings and the race toward the ATP Finals.
It can also create physical challenges because players may arrive after competing in another tournament only days earlier.
Recovery, travel and scheduling become important parts of the late-season stretch.
Wuhan Open
The Wuhan Open is scheduled for October 12–18.
It is a WTA 1000 tournament played on outdoor hard courts at the Optics Valley International Tennis Centre in Wuhan, China.
The singles draw contains 56 players.
Wuhan follows the China Open and represents another major opportunity for women’s players to earn ranking points.
That makes the Beijing-Wuhan stretch particularly significant for players still trying to secure a place at the WTA Finals.
The tournament also includes a 28-team doubles draw.
Ningbo Open
The Ningbo Open follows Wuhan from October 19–25.
Ningbo is classified as a WTA 500 event and is played on outdoor hard courts.
Its singles draw contains 28 players, with 16 teams in doubles.
Although it carries fewer ranking points than a WTA 1000 tournament, its position late in the season can make it important.
Players near the qualification line for the WTA Finals may still be chasing valuable points.
Others may use the tournament to finish their regular WTA season strongly.
ATP Events After Shanghai
The men’s calendar continues after the Shanghai Masters.
From October 19–25, ATP 250 tournaments are scheduled in locations including Almaty and Brussels.
The following week brings two major indoor ATP 500 events.
Vienna hosts the Erste Bank Open from October 26 through November 1.
Basel hosts the Swiss Indoors during the same dates.
These European indoor tournaments mark another transition in the season.
After weeks of outdoor hard-court tennis in Asia, players move toward indoor conditions as the ATP Finals approach.
Why Indoor Tennis Can Look Different
Indoor hard courts remove several environmental factors that influence outdoor tennis.
There is no wind.
Sunlight is not a factor.
Rain delays are generally not an issue.
Conditions can therefore be more controlled.
That does not mean every indoor court plays identically.
Court speed, balls, altitude and venue conditions can still affect matches.
Players who perform well outdoors are not automatically guaranteed the same results indoors.
WTA Finals 2026
The WTA Finals are scheduled for November 8–15, 2026 at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden in California.
The tournament brings together eight qualified singles players and eight qualified doubles teams.
Unlike a standard knockout tournament, the WTA Finals begin with round-robin groups.
The eight singles players are divided into two groups of four.
Players compete within their group, with the leading performers progressing to the knockout stage.
The same broad structure applies to doubles.
Because qualification depends on results accumulated through the season, the tournaments leading into the Finals can have substantial importance.
The Race to the WTA Finals
Qualification for the WTA Finals is based on season performance rather than simply taking the top eight positions from one ordinary weekly ranking snapshot.
That makes the late-season Race standings particularly important.
Players can strengthen their qualification position through deep runs in events such as Beijing and Wuhan.
Others may lose ground if they miss tournaments or exit early.
The field should therefore be treated as developing until qualification positions are officially secured.
Sportsurge Online will use confirmed qualifiers rather than assuming the final eight in advance.
What About the ATP Finals?
The men’s season also concludes with the ATP Finals after the regular tournament calendar.
The Nitto ATP Finals bring together the leading qualified singles players and doubles teams from the ATP season.
As with the WTA Finals, qualification becomes one of the major stories during the final months of the year.
Results in Beijing, Tokyo, Shanghai and the European indoor tournaments can contribute to the qualification race.
The final field should be based on officially confirmed qualifiers rather than projections made earlier in the season.
ATP 250, ATP 500 and Masters 1000 Explained
Tournament names can be confusing for newer tennis fans.
ATP events are divided into several levels.
ATP 250
These events award 250 ranking points to the singles champion.
Chengdu, Hangzhou and Almaty are examples from the late-season calendar.
ATP 500
These tournaments award 500 ranking points to the singles champion.
Tokyo, Beijing, Vienna and Basel are examples.
ATP Masters 1000
These are among the most important regular ATP Tour tournaments.
The champion can earn 1,000 ranking points.
Shanghai is the major Masters 1000 event during this part of the calendar.
Grand Slams and the ATP Finals operate within their own structures.
WTA 250, WTA 500 and WTA 1000 Explained
The WTA calendar uses similar tournament classifications.
WTA 250 events form one level of the main tour.
WTA 500 tournaments offer a larger ranking-points opportunity.
WTA 1000 tournaments are among the most significant events outside the Grand Slams and WTA Finals.
During the post-US Open Asian swing, Beijing and Wuhan are particularly important because both are WTA 1000 events.
Tournament categories help explain why some events attract deeper fields and carry greater implications for the rankings.
Are ATP and WTA Schedules the Same?
No.
The men’s ATP Tour and women’s WTA Tour have separate calendars.
Some tournaments take place in the same city or venue, while others are entirely separate.
Beijing is a good example of a location hosting important men’s and women’s competition during overlapping dates.
Grand Slam tournaments bring men’s and women’s draws together at the same event.
Most weekly tour events, however, follow their respective ATP or WTA schedules.
When Are Daily Tennis Match Times Announced?
A tournament’s overall dates are usually known well in advance.
The exact time for an individual match often is not.
Daily orders of play are generally released closer to each day’s matches after organizers know which players have advanced.
Weather, previous match duration and scheduling decisions can also affect when a match actually begins.
For that reason, an article published weeks before a tournament should not invent exact match times.
Fans should check the official order of play once it is released.
Why Tennis Match Start Times Can Be Difficult to Predict
Tennis scheduling differs from sports with fixed kickoff times.
A match may be listed as “not before” a certain time.
Another match may be scheduled to begin after the previous contest on the same court.
If the earlier match lasts longer than expected, the following match begins later.
Weather can create additional delays at outdoor tournaments.
This means the official daily order of play is more useful than an early estimate.
Watching Tennis in the United States
Tennis broadcast and streaming rights depend on the tournament.
A service carrying one ATP or WTA tournament is not necessarily guaranteed to carry every event.
Grand Slam rights can also differ from weekly ATP and WTA coverage.
Before subscribing specifically for a tournament, viewers should confirm the current official broadcaster or streaming platform.
This is particularly important during the Asian swing, when match times may also fall overnight or early in the morning for U.S. audiences.
Watching Tennis Internationally
Broadcast rights vary significantly by country.
A tournament available through one service in the United States may be carried by a completely different broadcaster in Europe, India, Australia or another region.
Rights can also change between seasons.
The safest approach is to check the tournament, ATP, WTA or authorized local broadcaster for current viewing information.
Sportsurge Online provides viewing guidance but does not host unauthorized live tennis streams.
Understanding Tennis Time Zones
The late-season calendar covers several time zones.
Events take place in China, Japan, Kazakhstan, Europe and the United States.
That can make dates confusing for international viewers.
A night session in Beijing or Shanghai may take place during the morning in Europe and overnight in parts of North America.
Likewise, a U.S.-based event can begin on the following calendar date for some Asian viewers.
Always check the tournament’s local time and convert it to your location.
Tournament Entry Lists Can Change
An announced tournament entry list is not the same as a guaranteed final field.
Players can withdraw because of:
- Injury
- Illness
- Fatigue
- Schedule changes
- Personal reasons
- Qualification priorities
- Other circumstances
Wild cards and qualifiers can also change the eventual draw.
For this reason, Sportsurge Online treats entry lists as time-sensitive and distinguishes between entered players and confirmed matchups.
Draws Matter More Than Entry Lists
Knowing which players entered a tournament gives fans an idea of the field.
The draw provides much more useful information.
Once the draw is released, fans can see possible paths through the tournament and which players could meet in later rounds.
Even then, projected matchups are not guaranteed.
A player must actually advance before a later-round meeting becomes real.
Sports coverage should therefore avoid describing projected matches as confirmed matches.
What to Watch After the US Open
The remaining tennis season has several storylines worth following.
The Asian Hard-Court Swing
The men’s and women’s tours move through several major Asian cities.
Beijing, Tokyo, Shanghai, Wuhan and Ningbo all host significant events.
Season-Finals Qualification
Ranking points become increasingly valuable for players trying to qualify for the ATP Finals or WTA Finals.
Team Competitions
Davis Cup and Billie Jean King Cup matches give players the opportunity to represent their countries.
The Laver Cup adds another team-based event to the September schedule.
Surface and Condition Changes
Players move between outdoor and indoor hard courts as the season progresses.
Adapting quickly can become important.
Player Workload
By September and October, many players have already competed across several continents and surfaces.
Scheduling decisions, recovery and injury management can influence which tournaments they enter.
Tennis Schedule 2026 FAQ
Is the tennis season over after the US Open?
No. The US Open is the final Grand Slam of the year, but ATP, WTA and team competitions continue through the remainder of the season.
When is the 2026 Laver Cup?
The Laver Cup is scheduled for September 25–27 in London.
When is the 2026 China Open?
The men’s ATP 500 China Open is scheduled for September 30–October 6. The women’s WTA 1000 event runs from September 30–October 11.
When is the 2026 Shanghai Masters?
The Shanghai Masters is scheduled for October 7–18.
When is the 2026 Wuhan Open?
The WTA 1000 Wuhan Open is scheduled for October 12–18.
When is the 2026 Ningbo Open?
The WTA 500 Ningbo Open is scheduled for October 19–25.
When are the 2026 WTA Finals?
The WTA Finals are scheduled for November 8–15 at Indian Wells in California.
Are tennis match times fixed far in advance?
Usually not. Tournament dates are announced well in advance, but individual match times are typically determined through daily orders of play closer to the match.
Can tennis tournament fields change?
Yes. Players can withdraw, while wild cards and qualifiers can change the final draw.
Does Sportsurge Online stream tennis matches?
No. Sportsurge Online provides schedules, previews, results and viewing information. It does not host unauthorized live tennis streams.
Following the Rest of the 2026 Tennis Season
The end of the US Open closes the Grand Slam calendar, not the tennis season.
September moves quickly into national-team events, the Laver Cup and the beginning of the Asian hard-court swing.
October then features some of the most important remaining ranking opportunities, including the Shanghai Masters on the ATP Tour and WTA 1000 tournaments in Beijing and Wuhan.
As the calendar moves toward November, attention increasingly turns to qualification for the season-ending championships.
That makes the final weeks useful for more than simply determining individual tournament champions.
Rankings, qualification races, player workload and changing conditions all become part of the story.
For fans following the schedule, the best approach is to use tournament dates for advance planning while checking official orders of play for exact match times once each event begins.