National Bank Open Schedule & Order of Play (2026)

The National Bank Open is one of the biggest hard-court events of the North American summer, and one of the most-followed non-slam events of the year. The 2026 edition runs from 1 to 13 August. Officially also called the Canadian Open, the event is staged across two cities at once. The men’s ATP Masters 1000 event is held at IGA Stadium in Montreal, while the women’s WTA 1000 event goes on at Sobeys Stadium in Toronto. The two cities swap tours each year, and 2026 is Montreal’s turn to host the men.

This tournament is a mandatory Masters 1000 and WTA 1000 stop, and since it’s so close to the US Open, it serves as a key tune-up. This year’s edition will cover 12 days and a 96-player singles draw. The National Bank Open always attracts leading players and rising stars. Below, you’ll find the National Bank Open Schedule, an explanation of how the daily order of play works, key info and how to follow the action from the UK. 

National Bank Open Schedule

The National Bank Open schedule follows the expanded 12-day format the tournament adopted in 2025. Qualifying is scheduled for the opening Saturday (1 August), while the main draws are held on Sunday (2 August). Both singles finals are to be played on the closing Thursday (13 August). 

Because the ATP Montreal schedule and WTA Toronto schedule run in parallel, events in both cities follow the same daily structure. The table below breaks down the week-and-a-half-long National Bank Open schedule:

There are also a couple of things worth noting:

• An expanded draw of 96 players means that the top 32 seeds get a 1st round bye and enter in the 2nd round
• Doubles matches are played throughout the week, alongside the singles. Doubles finals are on the same weekend as the singles
• Men’s and women’s tournaments run in different cities, meaning different courts and entirely different broadcasts

Plus, the Canadian summer weather can be a scheduling factor. Early-August heat and the occasional thunderstorm are common in both Montreal and Toronto, and rain can push back matches on the outside courts. If disruptions occur, expect delays and pushbacks. Published times in the National Bank Open Order of Play on the evening before should be treated as a guide, not as a guarantee. 

National Bank Open Daily Schedule

Each matchday at the National Bank Open is split into a daytime session and, on the main show courts, an evening session where applicable, with play running across multiple courts at each venue at once. 

Featured seeds and most exciting matchups (as picked by the organisers) are usually assigned to the show courts. Keep in mind that the daily ATP Montreal and WTA Toronto schedules are updated almost hourly during the tournament. Results, withdrawals and weather can shift the running order, so always check for the latest info on the organiser’s websites or at 7bet’s IN-PLAY or pre-match betting catalogues. 

National Bank Open Order of Play

Just like in any other serious tennis tournament, there’s the National Bank Open Order of Play. These guidelines set out which matches should be played on which court and in what sequence. Only the first match gets an exact start time, with subsequent battles listed in running order. Why only the first match of each session gets a firm starting time? That’s because of the weather, withdrawals, and other factors which we mentioned earlier.

Order of Play Publishing Time

The order of play is typically published the evening before the next day’s play. Organisers need to confirm the results from the previous day. Showcourt affairs involving native heroes or top players are usually scheduled for the featured daytime or evening sessions. Each host city develops independent schedules, since the men and women play separately.

Worth Checking in the Morning

While the publishing time of the National Bank Open Order of Play is in the evening, it’s almost always worthwhile to check back in the morning. Matches that overrun or the previously mentioned factors could all force last-minute adjustments. Sometimes play is moved to a different court to keep scheduling on track.

Where to Find the Order of Play for the Canadian Open?

The most reliable source for the latest order of play is the official tournament website at nationalbankopen.com. However, you can also check out the ATP and WTA official sites or mobile apps as they also carry daily schedules for their respective draws.

Finally, we can also suggest following the full fortnight’s matches on our tennis betting hub. 

Tournament information

Here is a summary of the essential details for the 2026 edition. The table lists key facts, including National Bank Open dates:

The main element that makes this tournament distinct is the dual-city format. For 2026, Montreal’s IGA Stadium hosts the men, and Toronto’s Sobeys Stadium hosts the women. The two cities alternate tours each year, so the men and women swap venues from one edition to the next. In addition, the National Bank Open is also one of the oldest tournaments in the sport. The men’s tournament will mark its 136th edition, trailing only Wimbledon and the US Open.

Furthermore, the Canadian Open falls between Wimbledon and the US Open. It’s actually the biggest hard-court preparation before the final Grand Slam of the year. The tournament also caught the eye of tennis fans in 2025 when local hero, Canadian teenager Victoria Mboko, won the women’s title as a wild card.

The 2026 field will have some notable wild cards, too. Venus Williams and Gaël Monfils highlight the pack.

Where to Watch the National Bank Open in the UK?

Here are the options for following the National Bank Open on your screen across the 12 days of action:

• NOW – if you don’t have Sky Sports, you can stream the tournament with a NOW Sports membership, on a daily or monthly pass.
• Sky Sports Tennis – in the UK, the tournament is broadcast live on Sky Sports, with the dedicated tennis channels carrying coverage from Toronto and Montreal. You need the right subscription package to watch it, though. 
• Tennis TV – ATP’s official streaming service also carries live coverage of the men’s draw from Montreal. You can also find match replays and key highlights soon after the matches conclude.

Finally, ATP and WTA websites (as well as Flashscore) carry point-by-point live scoring for every single match in the Canadian Open. Scores are also available on the tournament’s website. Matches can be simultaneously tracked and bet on via the 7bet IN-PLAY hub. 

Side note: keep the time difference in mind. Montreal and Toronto are 5 hours behind the UK. Day sessions usually begin around 17:30 BST, while evening matches last into the night or early mornings on this side of the Atlantic.

FAQ

When does the National Bank Open Start?

The 2026 edition of the National Bank Open (Canadian Open) main draw kicks off on Sunday, 2 August. Qualifying is played on Saturday, 1 August – so a day before.

When is the National Bank Open Final?

All singles and doubles finals are played on the same final day of the tournament. For this year, the National Bank Open schedule indicates that the finals take place on Thursday 13 August. 

Where is the National Bank Open Held?

The tournament is also called the Canadian Open, giving away the location. The unique thing about this particular ‘Open’ is the fact that it’s staged across two Canadian cities at once. In 2026, the women’s event is at Sobeys Stadium in Toronto, while the men’s event is at IGA Stadium in Montreal.

When is the National Bank Open Draw Released?

The draw is usually released a couple of days before the play begins. The full National Bank Open order of play is published after all qualifiers are clear, so that will be the evening of 1 August, 2026 for this year. The draw ceremonies are public, and results are immediately published on the official tournament website and ATP/WTA sites.

How Can I Watch the National Bank Open in the UK?

If you’re in the UK, you can tune in to Sky Sports Tennis, with streaming available through NOW or the Sky Go App, as well as your cable network, if that package is included. Tennis TV also carries ATP matches. 

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