ATP Halle — Terra Wortmann Open 2026

The Terra Wortmann Open — also widely known as the Halle Open — is one of the most storied grass-court tournaments on the ATP Tour. First held in 1993 and upgraded to ATP 500 status in 2015, the German event has become a favourite among the world’s best players thanks to its fast grass courts, world-class facilities and strong tradition of attracting elite fields just weeks before the season’s third Grand Slam.

The tournament’s Centre Court has a retractable roof allowing play to continue indoors. As well as being a key warm-up event, the Terra Wortmann Open title is also highly coveted in its own right — the tournament was famously a favourite of Roger Federer, who won the Halle trophy a remarkable ten times.

Key Tournament Facts for 2026

The tournament director is Ralf Weber. Qualifying took place on 13–14 June. The singles final was held on Sunday 21 June, not before 3:30 p.m. local time, with the doubles final preceding it at 1 p.m.

The OWL Arena — A Venue Built for Grass-Court Tennis

Staged at the impressive OWL Arena in Halle, North Rhine-Westphalia, the tournament combines history with modern innovation. The 12,300-seat centre court features a retractable roof that can close in just 88 seconds, ensuring uninterrupted play regardless of the weather.

The stadium address is Roger-Federer-Allee 4 — a street named in honour of the player who made Halle his own for two decades.

Playing Conditions and Style of Play

The Terra Wortmann Open is traditionally regarded as one of the quicker grass-court events on the ATP Tour, rewarding players who can serve effectively, take the ball early and dictate points with aggressive first-strike tennis. The low-skidding bounce and generally fast conditions make holding serve easier than on most other surfaces, while the OWL Arena’s retractable roof can create even quicker indoor-like conditions when closed.

Halle rewards shot-making, net skills and a willingness to attack.

The Players in 2026

Alexander Zverev, Félix Auger-Aliassime, Ben Shelton, Alexander Bublik, Taylor Fritz, Daniil Medvedev and Flavio Cobolli headline the field in Halle.

• Alexander Zverev (Germany): Top seed making his first appearance after winning the French Open — a home favourite looking to continue his strong form on grass ahead of Wimbledon.
• Félix Auger-Aliassime (Canada): In good form and looking to make an impact on fast grass courts.
• Ben Shelton (USA): Always a threat on grass with his massive serve.
• Alexander Bublik (Kazakhstan): Defending champion and two-time winner (2023, 2025) looking to retain his title.
• Daniil Medvedev (Russia): Two-time finalist (2022, 2025) seeking his first Halle title.
• Andrey Rublev (Russia): Former finalist (2021, 2023) looking to finally break through.

Prize Money in 2026

The total prize money for the 2026 Terra Wortmann Open is €2,583,330. The singles champion will earn €483,145, with the winning doubles team sharing €158,690.

The full singles breakdown is as follows: Winner €483,145 / 500 points; Finalist €259,940 / 330 points; Semi-finalist €138,530 / 200 points; Quarter-finalist €70,775 / 100 points; Round of 16 €37,780 / 50 points; Round of 32 €20,145 / 0 points.

The Defending Champion and Tournament Records

Alexander Bublik defeated Daniil Medvedev 6–3, 7–6(4) in the 2025 championship match to win the Terra Wortmann Open singles title. Kevin Krawietz and Tim Pütz defeated Simone Bolelli and Andrea Vavassori 6–3, 7–6(4) in the doubles final.

Tournament records include: most singles titles — Roger Federer (10); most doubles titles — Raven Klaasen (3); oldest champion — Roger Federer, aged 37, in 2019; youngest champion — Borna Ćorić, aged 21, in 2018; highest-ranked champion — World No. 1 Roger Federer (2004–06, 2008) and Jannik Sinner (2024); most match wins — Roger Federer (69).

Roger Federer’s Legacy in Halle

Roger Federer won ten singles titles in Halle between 2003 and 2019, including three occasions without dropping a set throughout the entire tournament (2004, 2008, 2017). He also won one doubles title at the event, making eleven titles in total across both disciplines — a record for the combined events.

The street leading to the OWL Arena now bears his name — a fitting tribute to the player who transformed Halle into one of the most iconic stops on the entire ATP calendar.

Halle and Wimbledon — The Grass-Court Connection

Federer’s Halle dominance defined his career approach to Wimbledon preparation. The two tournaments are inextricably linked — players who excel in Halle’s fast, demanding conditions tend to carry that confidence directly into the All England Club. With 500 ranking points and €483,145 on offer to the winner, the stakes are high not just in terms of prestige but in terms of Wimbledon seeding as well.