General ticket sales for the Rio Open tennis tournament open at noon on the Eventim website. The event, ATP 500 on clay, takes place from February 14th to 22nd at the Jockey Club Brasileiro, in Rio de Janeiro. The presence of Brazilian João Fonseca, number 28 in the world rankings, boosts fans’ interest.
The 12th edition of the tournament attracts international players and reinforces the South American calendar. Tickets range from R$60 to R$920, with a limit of four per CPF per session. Pre-sales for Claro and XP customers started on November 4th.
GENERAL SALE OF THE RIO OPEN 2026 STARTS TOMORROW AT 12PM!
— Rio Open (@RioOpenOficial) November 10, 2025
It’s your last chance to secure your place at the biggest tennis tournament in South America and see names like João Fonseca, Lorenzo Musetti, Gael Monfils and Matteo Berrettini in action at the Jockey Club Brazilian! pic.twitter.com/5pjuPRAqTp
João Fonseca’s trajectory on the circuit
João Fonseca, 19 years old, recently won the ATP 500 in Basel, his second elite title. The Rio native rose to 24th place in the ATP rankings, becoming the youngest Brazilian in the top 30 in history.
The tennis player expressed enthusiasm for participating in the Rio Open, where he won his first ATP level matches in 2023. On that occasion, still ranked 655th in the world, he defeated Arthur Fils and Cristian Garin.
Pricing and session options available
Ticket prices cater to different audiences, with affordable options for qualifiers and semi-finals.
- Qualifiers (14-15/02): from R$60, popular sectors.
- Quarter-finals and semi-finals: between R$120 and R$400, with central viewing.
- Finals (21-22/02): up to R$920, premium with access to lounges.
The purchase allows installments in up to four interest-free installments, with no convenience fee. The total limit per person is 22 tickets for the entire tournament.
Confirmed foreign players
Lorenzo Musetti, current eighth in the world and bronze medalist at the Paris Olympics, debuts at the Rio Open. The Italian, a clay-court specialist, arrives after good campaigns in Masters 1000.
Matteo Berrettini, Wimbledon finalist, returns to the Rio tournament with his aggressive game. The Italian tennis player is seeking recovery after injuries and has a positive record in Brazil.
Gaël Monfils, an experienced Frenchman, completes the initial list of attractions. At 39 years old, the athlete remains competitive on fast and slow courts, with recent victories in Challenger.
The organization hopes to announce more names in January 2026. The tournament distributes crucial ranking points and a prize pool of US$2.3 million.
Expectations for the Jockey ClubBrazilian
The location in Gávea receives infrastructure improvements for 2026. Clay courts are undergoing renovation, with capacity for 8 thousand spectators daily.
The event integrates sport and entertainment, with hospitality areas and cultural activations. Director Marcia Casz highlighted the focus on complete experiences for the public.
Public transport facilitates access, including nearby metro lines. Limited parking encourages sustainable transportation options.
Highlights in Fonseca’s recent career
Fonseca started 2025 ranked 200th and ends the year in the top 30. His victories in Basel included straight sets against experienced rivals.
The young man trained at the Rio Open as a spectator and sparring partner before making his professional debut. This personal connection motivates your preparation for February.
