Phoenix Challenger Set to Showcase Rising Tennis Stars
The ATP Challenger 175 event, the Arizona Tennis Classic, is scheduled to take place at the historic Phoenix Country Club from March 10-15, 2026. The tournament routinely attracts a strong field of players and offers fans an intimate setting to watch some of the sport’s biggest up-and-coming stars.
Last year’s champion, Brazilian teen Joao Fonseca, provided a memorable victory, defeating Alexander Bublik in the final. Fonseca won with scores of 7-6(5), 7-6(0), becoming the second-youngest South American player – behind Juan Martin del Potro – to win three ATP Challenger titles.
When and Where Will the Tournament Be Held?
The 2026 Arizona Tennis Classic will run from March 10th to March 15th. All matches will be played on the hard courts of the Phoenix Country Club.
Who is Expected to Compete?
Two-time champion Nuno Borges is slated to return to Phoenix, subject to change. Other confirmed entrants include Zizou Bergs, Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard, Marcos Giron, Terence Atmane, Reilly Opelka, and Ethan Quinn.
Tournament Schedule
The qualifying rounds will be held on Monday, March 9th, and Tuesday, March 10th. The main draw will commence on Tuesday, March 10th, and continue through to Sunday, March 15th. The singles and doubles finals are scheduled for Sunday, March 15th, with a start time of no earlier than 12 p.m. Local time.
Prize Money and Points Distribution
The total prize money for the 2026 Arizona Tennis Classic is US $300,000. The prize money breakdown is as follows:
- Singles
- Winner: $48,000 / 175 points
- Finalist: $28,310 / 90 points
- Semi-finalist: $16,695 / 50 points
- Quarter-finalist: $9,725 / 25 points
- Round of 16: $5,765 / 13 points
- First Round: $3,450 / 0 points
- Doubles (per team)
- Winner: $12,430 / 175 points
- Finalist: $7,170 / 100 points
- Semi-finalist: $4,340 / 60 points
- Quarter-finalist: $2,530 / 320 points
- First Round: $1,450 / 0 points
How to Watch and Follow the Action
Fans can live stream all ATP Challenger matches for free on Challenger TV. For updates and more information, the tournament can be followed on Facebook and Instagram.
The draw for the 2026 Arizona Tennis Classic will be made on Sunday, March 8th, after 6 p.m. Local time.