Rolex Shanghai Masters begins October 7 as the ATP Masters 1000 calendar moves to China
ATP’s 2026 calendar places the Shanghai Masters from October 7 in the Masters 1000 slot with a 96-player draw.
The ATP calendar moves into its Shanghai Masters window on October 7, with the Rolex Shanghai Masters carrying Masters 1000 status.
What the ATP calendar confirms
ATP lists Shanghai as the Week 40 Masters 1000 event beginning October 7, played on hard court with a 96-player draw.
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Source
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