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‘Didn’t Behave Very Nicely’ – Andrey Rublev Reveals Real Reason Behind Choosing To Play Novak Djokovic’s Home Tournament Over Barcelona Open
Andrey Rublev won his 11th title at the Serbia Open and disclosed why he chose to play in Belgrade over an ATP 500 tournament at Barcelona.
Rafael Nadal Sends a Message to Carlos Alcaraz After His Victory Over Pablo Carreno Busta at Barcelona Open 2022
21-time Grand Slam champion, Rafael Nadal, showers praise on Carlos Alcaraz after the latter's Barcelona Open 2022 title victory.
Carlos Alcaraz Attains Career-High ATP Rankings After His Sensational Win at Barcelona Open 2022
Following his Barcelona Open triumph, Carlos Alcaraz will rise to a career-high ranking of World No.9 in the ATP rankings that will be released on Monday.
‘He Wanted to Cut My Rhythm’ – Carlos Alcaraz Blames Stefanos Tsitsipas’ Weird Attitude During Their Heated Battle at ATP Barcelona Open 2022
18-year-old Spaniard, Carlos Alcaraz recently opened up about beating Stefanos Tsitsipas in a heated battle at the Barcelona Open 2022.
‘It Was Special to Finish Here’ – Fans React as Former World Number 5 Tommy Robredo Calls an End to His Illustrious Career at Barcelona Open
Fans react as Tommy Robredo retires from tennis after his defeat in the opening round of the Barcelona Open against Bernabe Zapata Miralles.
“Result of the Passion”: Rafael Nadal Reflects on his Win at Barcelona Open 2021 Finals
Rafael Nadal says that he hadn't played much tennis going into the clay season and that explained his struggles in Monte-Carlo and Barcelona.
“Not a Great Game”: Toni Nadal Says Neither Rafael Nadal Nor Stefanos Tsitsipas Played Well in Barcelona Final
Rafael Nadal made some mistakes in the Barcelona Open final against Stefanos Tsitsipas that he normally doesn't according to Toni Nadal.
“I Want an Apology”: Fabio Fognini Warns ATP After His Wrongful Disqualification at Barcelona Open 2021
Italian professional Fabio Fognini, who recently was disqualified from Barcelona Open 2021 due to verbal abuse, now demands apology from ATP.
“He Makes My Life Really Difficult”: Stefanos Tsitsipas Acclaims Rafael Nadal After Barcelona Open 2021 Final Loss
Greek World No. 5 Stefanos Tsitsipas reflects on his lost opportunity and on Rafael Nadal after their epic encounter at the Barcelona Open 2021 final.
“Have to Accept the Challenge”: Rafael Nadal After His Monumental Victory Over Stefanos Tsitsipas at the Barcelona Open Final
Twenty-time Grand Slam champion Rafael Nadal won his 12th Barcelona Open title after defeating Stefanos Tsitsipas in an epic final.
“I’m Really Jealous”: Stefanos Tsitsipas Congratulates Rafael Nadal on His 12th Barcelona Open Crown
In his runner speech at the Barcelona Open, Stefanos Tsitsipas congratulated Rafael Nadal and said that he was really jealous of the Spaniard.
Rafael Nadal Regains World No. 2 Spot From Daniil Medvedev After His Barcelona Open 2021 Triumph
Rafael Nadal climbs to the second spot in the ATP rankings surpassing Danill Medvedev after lifting his 12th Barcelona Open title.
About Barcelona Open
ATP Barcelona Open 2021: Latest News, Results and Records
ATP Barcelona Open or Trofeo Conde de Godo is one of the most important clay tournaments on the ATP calendar. Held in the scenic city of Barcelona, the tournament is part of the ATP 500 series. It is the oldest tennis tournament in Spain, and in 2021 it had its 68th edition.
Barcelona Open is held on the clay courts of the oldest tennis club in Spain, Real Club de Tenis Barcelona. It has been held every year from 1953 until 2019. In 2020 the tournament was canceled because of the global coronavirus pandemic.
Like other ATP tournaments, Barcelona Open also follows the best of three sets rule. It is usually held in the third week of April every year and is closely followed by the other tennis tournament in Span, the ATP Masters 1000 event, Madrid Open.
The current defending champion is Dominic Thiem. He had defeated Daniil Medvedev in the final in 2019.
History and Records
Barcelona Open has a rich history not just in tennis but also in the city of Barcelona. In the rich sporting culture of Barcelona, the tennis tournament stands out as one of the most awaited annual events.
Despite being an ATP 500 event, Barcelona Open has seen a lot of great champions. Traditionally in the 80s and 90s, the tournament didn't see a lot of Spaniards winning. But in the 21st century, Spaniards have dominated the tournament. Out of 20 editions in the 2000s, Spanish players have won 15 tournaments.
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11-time champion Rafael Nadal. REUTERS/Eric Gaillard
Continuing his tradition of dominating the clay tournaments, Rafael Nadal has won a mammoth 11 titles in Barcelona. The next best is Manuel Orantes and Mats Wilander with three titles each.
Other notable champions in Barcelona have been Kei Nishikori, Ivan Lendl, Bjorn Borg, Carlos Moya, Dominic Thiem, etc.
Barcelona Open 2021 Prize Money
The prize money pool of the Barcelona Open is one of the grandest among ATP 500 series tournaments. But the global COVID-19 pandemic has had its effect on the prize money.
For the 2021 event, Barcelona Open has combined prize money of €1,565,480 or $1,875,748. This is a considerable drop from 2019, where the total prize money was €2,324,905 or $2,785,687.
The winner in 2019 received €503,015 or $602,709. That number has dipped to €178,985 or $214,458 in 2021.
| Edition | 68th |
| Current Prize Money | $1,875,748 |
| Number of Entries (Main Draw) | 48 |
| Current Champions | Singles - Dominic Thiem Doubles - Juan Sebastián Cabal and Robert Farah |
| Most Titles | Singles - Rafael Nadal (11) Doubles - Bob Bryan and Mike Bryan (3) |
