Jannik Sinner And Novak Djokovic Lead 2026 Madrid Open Entry List Amid Participation Doubts

The 2026 Madrid Open entry list is out, featuring Sinner, Alcaraz, and Djokovic. Read about the latest injury updates for Jack Draper and wildcard announcements.

By: AXL Media

Published: Apr 15, 2026, 4:32 AM EDT

Source: Information for this report was sourced from Tennis365

A Star-Studded Field at Caja Magica

The ATP Tour shifts its focus to the Spanish capital for the Madrid Open, the season's second clay-court Masters 1000 event. The 2026 entry list confirms a massive 96-player main draw, anchored by 79 direct entrants and supplemented by qualifiers and wildcards. Among the high-profile names scheduled to compete are multiple-time winners Alexander Zverev and Carlos Alcaraz, alongside reigning champion Casper Ruud. Since its transition to clay in 2009, the tournament has become a critical milestone for players aiming to build momentum before the French Open.

Strategic Wildcards and Injury Protections

Tournament organizers have awarded five wildcards to a mix of veterans and rising prospects. French fan-favorite Gael Monfils headlines the recipients, joined by Spanish talents Rafael Jodar, Pablo Carreno Busta, and Martin Landaluce, as well as Italy’s Federico Cina. Additionally, the draw features Zhang Zhizhen, who is utilizing a protected ranking after a long-term injury layoff. This ATP system allows players sidelined for at least six months to enter a limited number of tournaments based on their average ranking prior to their absence, providing a vital path back to elite competition.

Physical Fatigue Threatens the Top Seeds

Despite their inclusion on the entry list, the participation of the world’s top two players remains uncertain. Jannik Sinner, who recently secured titles in Indian Wells, Miami, and Monte Carlo, has played 18 matches in a exceptionally short window. The Italian has stated he will evaluate his physical condition with his team before committing to the Madrid draw. Similarly, 38-year-old Novak Djokovic has not competed since Indian Wells, continuing a recent trend of selective scheduling to preserve his longevity for Grand Slam events.