Professional tennis will return to West Vancouver in 2026 with the Odlum Brown VanOpen. The tournament, which has been on a four-year hiatus, is set to run in the summer at the Hollyburn Country Club, according to a press release from the event organizers.
What are the details of the tournament's return?
The event is scheduled to take place from July 25 to August 1, 2026. It will be held at the newly renovated Hollyburn Country Club and will feature a combined men's ATP Challenger 125 and a women's WTA 125 tournament, as stated on the tournament's official website. Odlum Brown will continue its long-standing role as the event's title partner.
Why is the event significant for Canadian tennis?
The tournament is considered Western Canada's largest professional tennis event and plays a key role in player development. According to Tennis Canada, the VanOpen offers rising Canadian athletes a rare chance to compete at a high level in front of a home crowd, helping them gain valuable experience and ranking points. The event expects to host more than 135 professional players from over 35 countries.
Who is leading the 2026 event?
A new leadership team will guide the tournament's return. The official tournament website names Carlota Lee as Tournament Chair, with Carolyn de Voest joining as the new co-chair. Former ATP player and past VanOpen champion Rik de Voest will serve as Tournament Director. “I’m thrilled to say we are officially back in 2026!” Rik de Voest said in a statement published by the Odlum Brown VanOpen.
With its return to the global tennis calendar, the tournament will once again provide a showcase for professional tennis on the West Coast.
Sources
- Odlum Brown VanOpen: Back With a Smash! Odlum Brown VanOpen Brings Professional Tennis Back to the West Coast in 2026
- Destination Vancouver: Odlum Brown VanOpen
- Tennis Canada: Odlum Brown VanOpen 2026
Reported from public sources.