The Barcelona Open, currently sponsored by Banc Sabadell, is an ATP 500 level event played during the clay season. It’s the second biggest tennis tournament in Spain after the Madrid Masters which takes place a couple of weeks later.
It’s also one of the most important events on the Barcelona social calendar and is a great opportunity to watch some of the best clay court tennis of the year. So, we’ve put together guide for the event including everything you need to know, from where it takes place and who is playing to how to get tickets and where to watch it on tv if you’ve missed out.
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Barcelona Open Overview
| Event | Barcelona Open Banc Sabadell |
| Tournament Level | ATP 500 |
| Tournament Dates | 16 – 24th April 2022 |
| Venue Address | Real Club de Tenis de Barcelona – 1899 Carrer de Bosch i Gimpera, 5-13, 08034 Barcelona |
| Official Website | Barcelonaopebancsabadell.com |
When is the Barcelona Open Played?
The Barcelona Open is played in late April at the beginning of the clay court season. It’s played following the Monte Carlo Masters and is one of several clay court events played in the lead up to the French Open.
The dates for the 2022 Barcelona Open are set for 18th – 24th of April, with qualifying rounds taking place a couple of days earlier (16th – 18th April).
Where is the Barcelona Open Played?
The tournament is played at the Real Club de Tenis de Barcelona in the city of Barcelona, Spain. The Real Club de Tenis de Barcelona is the oldest tennis club in Spain and has been home to the event since it first began in 1953.
The venue itself features 18 red clay tennis courts, though the courts used during the event are the stadium court, named the Pista Rafael Nadal, with a capacity of 8400, Court 1 with seating for 2000 spectators and courts 2 and 3.
Who are the current Barcelona Open Champions?
Here is a list of the 2021 Barcelona Open champions:
- Men’s Singles: Rafael Nadal df. Stefanos Tsitsipas by 6/4, 6/7 (6), 7/5
- Men’s Doubles: J Cabal & R Farah df. K Krawietz & H Tecau by 6/4, 6/2
Who Is Playing the Barcelona Open this year?
The tournament usually attracts some of the biggest names on the men’s tour, including the likes of Rafael Nadal who regularly attends the event and has lifted the singles trophy an impressive 12 times. This year’s line-up includes the Spanish number one, last year’s runner-up Stefanos Tsitsipas, teenage sensation Carlos Alcaraz and the likes of Casper Ruud, Cameron Norrie, Grigor Dimitrov, an in-form Alejandro Davidovich Fokina and so many more. Here is a link to the event’s full player entry list.
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— Barcelona Open Banc Sabadell (@bcnopenbs) March 22, 2022
Ya tenemos la lista de jugadores inscritos en el #BCNOpenBS 2022 con @RafaelNadal, @steftsitsipas, @alcarazcarlos03, @janniksin... ¡y muchos más! 🔝
Ver lista completa ➡️ https://t.co/nIDnUzgR4g pic.twitter.com/rF7X9f8Oeh
Barcelona Open Draw 2022
This year’s draw is now complete and there’s no doubt we’ll be seeing some blockbuster matchups pretty early on. Last year’s runner-up and recent Monte Carlo champion Stefanos Tstisipas faces an extremely difficult path to the final despite being seeded number 1 in Rafa Nadal’s absence. He’ll likely face an in-form Grigor Dimitrov in the Round of 16 before taking on home favourite Carlos Alcaraz in the Quarterfinals, Cameron Norrie in the Semifinals and likely Casper Ruud in the final.
You can see the full draw below:
Main Draw #BCNOpenBS 2022 (update) 👇@ATPTour_ES | @atptour pic.twitter.com/XgbcfWU3j0
— Barcelona Open Banc Sabadell (@bcnopenbs) April 16, 2022
Barcelona Open Prize Money & Ranking Points
The total prize money on offer at the event in 2021 was €1,702,800, down quite significantly from the 2019 event due to the effects of the Covid pandemic. The prize money and ranking points breakdown is as follows:
| Singles Prize Money | Doubles Prize Money | Singles Points | Doubles Points | |
| Champion | €178,985 | €58,500 | 500 | 500 |
| Finals | €111,600 | €39,300 | 300 | 300 |
| Semifinals | €69,840 | €26,100 | 180 | 180 |
| Quarterfinals | €42,180 | €17,100 | 90 | 90 |
| Rd of 16 | €24,900 | €10,800 | 45 | 0 |
| Rd of 32 | €14,700 | N/A | 20 | N/A |
| Rd of 64 | €8,700 | N/A | 0 | N/A |
How To Get Barcelona Open Tickets
There are several different ticket packages on offer for the tournament:
- Tournament Tickets, which include a reserved seat in the main stadium court on the specific day, as well as access to courts 1, 2 and 3 depending on seating space.
- Event Passes, which grant access to a reserved seat in the stadium court for the full nine days of the event.
- VIP Clay Prestige Tickets for court side seats and access to the Hospitality facilities at the venue.
- Premium Seat Tickets for reserved seats in the first row of each grand stand.
- Grounds Pass, which grants access to the outer courts for the specific day, but also allows access to the Central court if seats are available. These are only available for the first four days of the main draw event.
Where To Stay for The Barcelona Open
Thanks to the event’s central location in central Barcelona, you’ll be spoilt for choice when it come to places to to stay. You’ll be sure find plenty of great hotels, apartments and hostels within walking distance or a short ride away from the venue.
High End Stays
If you’re looking for a high end stay, be sure to check out these four and five star hotels in the area:
- NH Collection Barcelona Gran Hotel Calderon: a stunning five star hotel in central Barcelona.
- NH Collection Barcelona Constanza: a four star hotel close to the venue.
- Catalonia Rigoletto: another great four star hotel with walking distance.
- Iberostar Selection Paseo de Gracia 4 Sup: a superb four star hotel in the centre of Barcelona.
- H10 Itaca: another beautiful four star hotel in downtown Barcelona.
- Midtown Luxury Apartments by Sweet Inn: if you’re looking for a luxury apartment stay.
Budget Friendly Options
There are also lots of budget friendly options, like:
- Acta Voraport Hotel: a great three star hotel in central Barcelona and close to the waterfront.
- Leonardo Hotel Barcelona Gran Via: a nice three star hotel within walking distance of the tournament.
- Barcelona Century Hotel: another budget friendly option a little closer to the venue.
- Suite Home Sagrada Familia: a great apartment option in the centre of the city.
- Unite Hostel Barcelona: a beautiful and vibrant hostel closer to the centre and waterfront.
- Yeah Barcelona Hostel: another great hostel a little closer to the venue.
Getting Around Barcelona
The quickets and easiest way of getting around Barcelona is definitely using public transport. The Metro, FCG and Tram are really convenient and cheap enough. Cycling is also a great way of getting around, though don’t rule out walking as it’s the best way to take in everything that Barcelona has to offer.
If all else fails, you can always grab a taxi, but keep in mind that Uber no longer operate in Catalonia.
What To Expect on the Day
As the tournament takes place in late April, the weather is often sunny and temperatures are pleasant in the 15-20 degrees C.
That being said, be sure to take plenty of sun cream as you could be sat in the sun for most of the day, particularly if you have seats in stands A and B which are sun-facing. You should also take a light jacket in case it’s a cloudy day and it’s particularly useful if sessions drag on into the night. There’s a cloakroom and storage service available on site too if needed.
Matches usually start at around 11:00 am and the venue opens an hour before that, though be sure to check the order of play on the day.
How To Watch the Barcelona Open on TV
If you haven’t been lucky enough to get your hands on tickets, don’t worry as all of the main draw matches will be broadcast live by Amazon Prime UK and Tennis TV.
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